pruning 5 yr old live oak

11 years ago

I don't think it's ever been pruned but I don't know where to begin. I can't reach the top area- just lower 2/3. Maybe it doesn't need pruning but I think it would look better if it were.

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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7
11 years ago
We can't offer suggestions without seeing several good pictures.
gstor_rider1
11 years ago
The bark get too tight on live oak trunk hawkbill knife slit bark on trunk it double in size in one year slit up down trunk one time on young tree three time on older tree. When get bigger trim tree so walk under tree as grow get perryer.
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s8us89ds
11 years ago
Why fix it if it ain't broken? Do you really want to mess around with a ladder and a chainsaw? Do you want to risk stunting the tree or shortening its life? Let it be.
barbarag_happy
10 years ago
Your live oak is a baby and is still developing. Leave it alone.

Live oaks are blessed with a wonderful natural shape. Trust me, you don't need to do a thing!

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