Gardening > PruningMarch 01, 2004

HOW to Prune Trees (PDF)

The objective of pruning is to produce strong, healthy, attractive plants. By understanding how, when and why to prune, and by following a few simple principles, this objective can be achieved.

12 Page(s)

Contents:

  • Why Prune
  • Pruning Approaches
  • Pruning Cuts
  • Pruning Practices That Harm Trees
  • When to Prune
  • Pruning Tools
  • Treating wounds

This article is available in PDF format. Click here to download it.

Published by: USDA Forest Service

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