Trimming limbs on young oak trees
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3po3 on Oct 12, 2012This should probably be done in the winter, and I would hire a professional arborist.Helpful Reply
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Becky H on Oct 13, 2012Steve, down here, we do it in the Fall or early Spring. As I'm sure you know, during those periods most active growth is root growth, and pruning is less likely to shock the plant at those times.Helpful Reply
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Douglas Hunt on Oct 13, 2012I would bring in an arborist as well. They can evaluate each tree and make additional pruning cuts that will help protect your substantial investment. They can also advise you on the proper pruning time for oaks in your area. Doing so at the wrong time can make them susceptible to oak wilt.Helpful Reply
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Bill P on Oct 13, 2012Questionn was should we trim, not when. I'll check with an arborist. Thanks BillHelpful Reply
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Ellen H on Oct 13, 2012Someone at the extension service in your area can advise on limbing up trees. But the answer to your question is yes, they should be limbed up and it should be done as they grow, preferably not when you are cutting huge branches off the trees. But you should never cut too many limbs at one time. The Extension service can tell you how to make proper pruning cuts and how many limbs you should cut at one time.Helpful Reply
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