Pruning a Tupelo

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

We have a Wildfire Tupelo tree that we planted last year. There is one branch at the bottom that I don't care for how it's growing down towards the ground. When should I prune it? Where do I cut...or does that not matter? Anywhere else I should trim to get it to branch out? And to shape it?

(Yes I know there are lots of weeds there to get cleaned up. And yes I know the Leucodendron need moved...don't know when to do that either. LOVE the grevillea that we have back there, 'Long John'.)

Not the best pic...

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lgteacher
9 years ago
Pruning cuts should be made near the bark collar where the branch comes out from the trunk. No sealant required. Don't leave a stub. https://www.arborday.org/trees/tips/keys-to-pruning.cfm

Basic pruning is pretty much the same for all trees except fruit trees.
A S
Original Author
9 years ago
Great, thanks! I'll check out that resource!
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echolane
9 years ago
Congratulations on choosing a beautiful tree. I have been trying to find Tupelo 'Afterburner' without success. I think the only difference might be that Wildfire might be slightly broader.
A S
Original Author
9 years ago
Thanks echolane. It is really pretty. Can't wait for it to fill out more.
echolane
9 years ago
I know what you mean when you say you can't wait for it to fill out more. I bought a Nyssa sinensis in a 15 gallon size this summer. I had given up trying to find one because it is so rare, when I was suddenly given an opportunity to take this one. I took it in spite of its poor condition and damaged leader, I'm hoping I can see a way to improve the leader problem after leaf drop this fall. And I'm hoping it will overcome it's neglected appearance when it leafs out next spring. And fills in more - please!