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Pruning an Acer tree
I intend cutting off the lower branches of my Acer pseudoplatanus Prinz
Hanjery because they are too low to sit under comfortably and they also make lawn mowing a problem. How near to the trunk should I cut the branches and with what should I treat the cuts in order to prevent rot and viruses. Thanks, Emrys Davies. |
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Pruning an Acer tree
On Wed, 1 Aug 2007 16:13:24 +0100
"Emrys Davies" wrote: I intend cutting off the lower branches of my Acer pseudoplatanus Prinz Hanjery because they are too low to sit under comfortably and they also make lawn mowing a problem. How near to the trunk should I cut the branches and with what should I treat the cuts in order to prevent rot and viruses. Hello Emrys, First, you should wait until the summer flush of growth is done. Early fall is a fine time, or early spring before the buds swell. In our climate early fall seems best. So long as the tree is not putting out new growth. The cuts can be quite close, perhaps a quarter inch from the main trunk. This will enable the skin to heal well. Some like to leave a larger distance, but my opinion is it makes for a less graceful prune and has no effect on the health. Also if you prune too far out you risk getting sucker growth from the branch. This will be very colourful, but may defeat the purpose. Common wisdom is currently that the wounds should be left untreated. I have never treated any of my Acer pruning wounds, and have no ill effects. I'm interested in how much sun your Prinz Hanjery gets, and how well it holds its pink colour in spring. This cultivar was once thought to be a replacement for Brilliantissimum, because its purple under-leaf offers some protection from sun scorch and it's a slightly faster grower. Now 'Spring Gold' appears to be gaining in popularity, perhaps because the Prinz looks a little dull in mid season? I have 2 pink sycamores, 'Puget Pink' and 'Miracle Rose.' The former seems to underperform a bit, the latter has dark purple leaf undersides, holds its colour very well and doesn't seem to sun burn. I've long hesitated between the Prinz and Brilliantissimum, finally have decided to plant the older cultivar. Well, almost. -E -- Emery Davis You can reply to ecom by removing the well known companies Questions about wine? Visit http://winefaq.hostexcellence.com |
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Pruning an Acer tree
"Emery Davis" wrote in message
... On Wed, 1 Aug 2007 16:13:24 +0100 "Emrys Davies" wrote: Hello Emrys, First, you should wait until the summer flush of growth is done. Early fall is a fine time, or early spring before the buds swell. In our climate early fall seems best. So long as the tree is not putting out new growth. The cuts can be quite close, perhaps a quarter inch from the main trunk. This will enable the skin to heal well. Some like to leave a larger distance, but my opinion is it makes for a less graceful prune and has no effect on the health. Also if you prune too far out you risk getting sucker growth from the branch. This will be very colourful, but may defeat the purpose. Common wisdom is currently that the wounds should be left untreated. I have never treated any of my Acer pruning wounds, and have no ill effects. I'm interested in how much sun your Prinz Hanjery gets, and how well it holds its pink colour in spring. This cultivar was once thought to be a replacement for Brilliantissimum, because its purple under-leaf offers some protection from sun scorch and it's a slightly faster grower. Now 'Spring Gold' appears to be gaining in popularity, perhaps because the Prinz looks a little dull in mid season? I have 2 pink sycamores, 'Puget Pink' and 'Miracle Rose.' The former seems to underperform a bit, the latter has dark purple leaf undersides, holds its colour very well and doesn't seem to sun burn. I've long hesitated between the Prinz and Brilliantissimum, finally have decided to plant the older cultivar. Well, almost. Thanks a lot for the sound advice. My tree is is full sunshine until about 6.15 pm and it holds its colour for about six weeks or thereabouts. Even now it has a pleasing yellowish colour. Regards, Emrys Davies. |
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