Hand-held pruning tools can accomplish most pruning tasks. Look for tool manufacturers that provide replacement parts and offer warranties against faulty materials and workmanship. When purchasing tools, shop for quality and durability over price. Pruning tools are available in a wide range of brand names, styles, and prices. It is important to learn and understand the three T’s of proper pruning: tools, timing, and technique. On the other hand, improper and/or pruning at the wrong time of year may result in poor plant development and reduction in flowering, and may increase susceptibility to insects, diseases, or winter damage. Plants damaged by insects, diseases, or freezing injury generally benefit from corrective pruning. It is necessary to prune trees that are over-grown, crowd other plants, or limits the view from windows.

Understanding that each plant in the landscape has its own growth habit and pruning requirements is important.

It can increase flowering, fruit production, promote healthy new growth, increase sun light and air circulation, and maintain a desired shape and/or size. Proper pruning can offer trees several benefits.

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