Summer Pruning

Trim down those extended branches to create a little sunshine

23 January 2015

Sometimes, a tree outgrows its designated area and plants underneath are adversely affected; if they show lank and spindly growth or there’s a yellowing of foliage, it probably means the plants aren’t getting sufficient light.

Begin by removing some of the lower tree branches in stages on a sunny day, so you can see the immediate effect and don’t remove too much. You may also have to thin out a few higher branches so light can filter through to the ground below.

An alternative is to move the plants to a sunny position, and to change this area into a shady woodland garden.

Source: Home magazine

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