Cuts should be done outside of the branch bark ridge and collar of the tree. Cutting into the wood can inhibit the tree from properly healing. This can leave an open wound for decay or insects to enter the tree. Cuts should be made so that there is also no stub or extra stem left behind. This can be harmful or poke someone’s eyes out! Ouch!
Cuts should be performed with a sharp pruning saw or a pair of secateurs. These are the best tools for pruning, if there is larger limbs to be cut off a chainsaw should be considered. If there is a large limb that is dead it would be best to call a professional. Dead wood can be unpredictable and may harm you. When using a chain saw it is a good idea to have the proper personal protective equipment on. This will include chainsaw chaps, steel toes, glasses and a hard hat with face shield.
Below is a link to a video on how to create a proper cut on a tree. This is a good way to understand and to learn how to prune trees correctly.
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ReplyDeleteGreat stuff. Every gardener should know the facts about pruning. It's a great idea to point out the tools that are used when pruning. And of course safety first!
A good start, but you are missing the opportunity to talk to the audience about the other reasons for pruning that you mentioned in your introductory paragraph. You could also include shrub pruning as well.
ReplyDeleteGood lings and great info. Safety, safety, safety right! Always love how you consider PPE. Its all fun in nature till some one looses an eye! ;D. Agree with Kim to elaborate more on 'why' one needs to prune, or eve more on the various tools to be used, but other wise I like it!
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