Pruning and training young trees and shrubs Pruning begins at planting.

Though this bleeding causes little harm, it may still be a source of concern.

The advantage of pruning forest trees, to increase their yield of timber, was recognised in Germany as early as the seventeenth century (Sargent).Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins. HISTORY OF TREE PRUNING PROBLEMS Pruning of trees is one of the oldest plant treatments. Man pruned trees to regulate size and shape and to improve the quantity and quality of flowers, fruit, and timber and to provide shade and windbreaks.

These treatments were for the benefit of man.

Make pruning cuts close to the branch collar at the base of the limb.

A properly pruned tree looks as natural as possible; the tree’s appearance reflects its fundamental form and character. The pruner must be sensitive to maintaining this structural integrity, in addition to knowing a bit about tree biology and proper pruning bushhaul.barted Reading Time: 8 mins. Prune to promote plant health Remove dead or dying branches injured by disease, severe insect infestation, animals, storms, or other adverse mechanical damage.

Remove branches that rub together.

Remove branch stubs Avoid topping trees. Removing large branches leaves stubs that can cause several health problems. It also destroys the plant's natural shape and promotes suckering and the.