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2torial
#0900:
Learn2
Prune Bushes and Small
Trees
(Continued)
 Redirecting
Sometimes branches need a little redirection. If
you want less growth in a section of the bush
because of a fence or walkway, and would like the
bush to grow up instead of out, use a redirecting
cut.
The energy of a plant is like that of a mailman:
it will just keep going as long as there's
something to deliver somewhere. The energy flow
won't stop to create something new if there is an
alternative detour available. Even if there's just
a leaf left where you cut, this step will still
work--the leaf has a hidden bud under it that will
shoot out and lead the way.
When you redirect a plant's growth, you're
simply asking it to deliver its branch elsewhere.
Cut at an upward angle and chop as close as you can
to the collar of the tree branch, making sure
there's at least a leaf left where you cut.
Once you see what you like, you're ready to
start getting fancy.
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