pruning in the Mid West

pruning

spring
bluebeard,
russian sage

Juniper- tip pruning natural shape- fall and winter are good for spring growth

HOW TO PRUNE
The best method for pruning junipers is in the spring with
selective thinning of the crown.  A branch is
cut off at its point of origin on the parent
stem or back to a "Y" of a
branch junction.  The remaining
stem then becomes the new section for growth.
The selective thinning method produces a more
natural-looking plant.  In selective thinning,
emphasis should be placed on removing
broken, diseased, dead, weak and interior,
shaded branches.  No crossed or rubbing
branches.  Such removal should not leave
large holes in the shape.  The size of
the plant can be reduced without changing
it natural appearance.


boxwood- anytime but not when first planted

euonymus moonshadow