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Should I prune my cherry blossom

MrPlastiqueMrPlastique Posts: 2
in Problem solving
I have a rather wispy cherry blossom at the front of my house. It flowers beautifully but is a bit sparse
What can I do to encourage a bushier tree?


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  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 12,585
    *Bump*  :)
  • Allotment BoyAllotment Boy Posts: 6,774
    Yes I would prune it, maybe towards the end of May. Sometimes you have to sacrifice one or two seasons flowers to get the structure you want. Don't take more than 1/3 off at any one time or you will just get even more thin whippy growth.
    AB Still learning

  • MrPlastiqueMrPlastique Posts: 2
    Thank you for your help! 
  • brightboys322brightboys322 Posts: 43
    Mu understanding is that stone fruits like plums and cherries should be pruned in midsummer, which feels alien because the fruits are forming then.  Ashridge Nurseries have useful videos explaining how to prune trees.  Good luck.
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