The standard pruning method is to cut most stems back by about 1/3. Identify a long stem.Find an outward-facing node leaf node (the point where a leaf is attached to the stem) about 1/3 down the stem.

Improve tree health and prevent branches from growing out of control by learning how to prune a tree.

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The Right Way to Prune a Tree. The Right Way to Prune a Tree. Don’t be a plant wrecker. Prune well and you help a tree or shrub remain healthy. By Roy Berendsohn Updated: Apr 01, 2024 11:49 AM EDT.