Now is the time to prune for many trees and shrubs

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Now is the time to prune for many trees and shrubs

This is my annual mid-April article about dormant pruning. Many trees and shrubs benefit from pruning at this time of year to open the canopy and correct poor branch structure. When pruning deciduous trees, look carefully at the structure before you begin. First remove any dead and broken branches, those touching buildings and lower branches that are a hazard when walking next to the tree. Next look for branches that tangle or cross. One branch …