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Pruning question

8 years ago

When I prune off branches from Live Oak, Laurel Oak etc. (1-3" diameter) do I need to be concerned about insects, fungus etc. I moved from the North and this is a whole new game.

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  • 8 years ago

    I prune my dozens of various oak trees all year long, mainly small branches. I've never done anything to the wounds and have never had any problems. Old timers used to say take a handful of soil and rub it on the wounds to help them heal over

    and prevent infestation. but I wonder if that only applies to trees that weep fluids

    when pruned.

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