Q&A - When and how should I prune my plum tree?
Question:
When and how should I prune my plum tree?
Answer:
The best time to prune a plum tree is in the late winter or early spring. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison says fall is the worst time to prune plums. He says you can prune a lot of limbs and not harm the tree. He recommends opening up the center of the tree. He also gives other pruning tips.
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When and how should I prune my plum tree?
Answer:
The best time to prune a plum tree is in the late winter or early spring. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison says fall is the worst time to prune plums. He says you can prune a lot of limbs and not harm the tree. He recommends opening up the center of the tree. He also gives other pruning tips.
Related Videos:
Pruning Nectarines, Peaches, and Plums
What causes a plum tree to flower but not give fruit?
Related Resources:
Training and Pruning Fruit Trees
Pruning Neglected Fruit Trees
October 24, 2020