When pruning a tree, try to work with the tree's growth pattern. If a branch is too long or growing in the wrong direction, ... Locate the bark ridge and branch collar (see diagram).

From left, June Tuma, Dave Cook and Edna Ferguson prune a Vitex Tree. Margaret Vail Roussel, a resident of St James Place, created a butterfly garden on the campus of the St James Place retirement ...

We prune to remove dead and diseased wood, to control size, to maintain a desired shape, and to encourage blooms and/or fruit. Shade trees are also pruned to remove threatening branches or open ...

Diagram shows pruning of local trees. OSU Extension Service. A: Oh, my. It looks like a tree trimmer has repeatedly visited your neighborhood to “prune” the trees, ...

Fruit tree owners it's time for action with the return of the annual pruning demonstration at the University of California Cooperative Extension. Rain or shine, the free event will be held at the ...

Look for branches that are crossing or rubbing together and prune the weaker one of the two. Thin branches in the center of the avocado tree to open up the tree’s structure, allow sunlight in, and ...

Structural pruning is the most important reason to prune trees but tends to be overlooked. Failing to prune young trees allows structural issues more likely to fail in wind and ice storms to develop.

From left, June Tuma, Dave Cook and Edna Ferguson prune a Vitex Tree. Margaret Vail Roussel, a resident of St James Place, created a butterfly garden on the campus of the St James Place retirement ...