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Prune weeping beech after the leaves have fallen and the branches are bare.

Pruning is very important to help the tree in retaining a nice, healthy look and to prolong its life.

With no leaves it is easy to see crossed, damaged, dead or congested branches and branches shooting up or growing too close to the trunk. Shape the tree so that it can achieve a fountain shape, but do not prune too deeply or drastically in one season. Aug 15, You can prune back any unwanted branches at any age, best is to prune beginning of March in your area.

Branches low on the trunk can be pruned back flush with the trunk.

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No coat hangers. If leaving a large wound apply some Tree Wound Dressing. Weeping trees and shrubs should also be pruned to allow good air circulation.

Near knobby trimmed trees top of the plant, branches should be spaced approximately 2 inches apart.

With proper branch spacing, the wind will filter through the tree or shrub instead of pushing against it. Clearing Lateral Growth. Keep the trunk of any weeping tree or shrub clear of any lateral growth.

May 04, Pruning is very important to help the tree in retaining a nice, healthy look and to prolong its life. These tips will help you carry out the pruning process. Remove Dead Branches and Those Which Seem to Be Dying.

A beech tree’s branches can be negatively affected in several ways especially through bad weather such as wind and storms. Animals and insects may also cause damage to the tree’s. Prune a beech tree, if necessary, between autumn and early spring.

It is usual to create a clear trunk of m (ft) to allow the sweeping lower branches some space to develop. It is usual to create a clear trunk of m (ft) to allow the sweeping lower branches some space to develop. Sep 21, Pruning weeping trees is important because it improves the shape of the tree, keeps it healthy and promotes the circulation of sunlight and air.

Prune weeping trees in the winter, before spring growing begins. Pruning in the fall doesn't give new growth time to become hardy enough to.