Author Question: What is the best time of the year to prune and why? What will be an ideal ... (Read 56 times)

storky111

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 561
What is the best time of the year to prune and why?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What are eight general pointers that should be followed when making pruning cuts?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



JCABRERA33

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Answer to Question 1

Pruning should be done during late fall to early winter because few farming operations
are done at this time.

Answer to Question 2

 Define pruning goals, and determine the best time of the year to prune.
 Prune cautiously.
 Use sharp tools.
 Start pruning with parts that pose a threat to the plant.
 Select scaffold branches with wide branch angles.
 Do not prune too close to the trunk of the tree, and do not leave too much of a stub.
 Leave a small portion of stem above the bud.
 Prune to direct branches outward, not inward.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.

Did you know?

Disorders that may affect pharmacodynamics include genetic mutations, malnutrition, thyrotoxicosis, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, and certain forms of insulin-resistant diabetes mellitus.

Did you know?

The oldest recorded age was 122. Madame Jeanne Calment was born in France in 1875 and died in 1997. She was a vegetarian and loved olive oil, port wine, and chocolate.

Did you know?

After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.

Did you know?

In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library