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storky111

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on: Jul 21, 2018
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

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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018
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.


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