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2torial
#0900:
Learn2
Prune Bushes and Small
Trees
(Continued)
 When
to Prune
Catch them when they're sleeping.
- Prune your trees and bushes when all the
leaves have fallen off and growth is dormant.
When the leaves are gone it's easier to see the
structure of the plant and check for crowding
and balance of the shape.
- When the plant is dormant, it's working on
it's roots and not paying attention to the limbs
above ground.
When is the plant dormant?
- Non-growth mode depends on the type of plant
and the type of climate you live in. A general
rule is to prune in late fall, but if your plant
is still in growing stage then you'll freeze the
new buds and shoots. You may want to try just
before spring, after the frost has gone. In
milder climates, the best time may be February
or March.
- If it's an evergreen, and you live in a
colder climate, prune it in the spring. Wait
until all threats of frost have passed, however.
If you live in a milder climate, go ahead and
prune your evergreen any time--they have lots of
vigor.
- If it's a winter blooming bush the pruning
time is spring through summer.
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