A lemon tree planted about three years ago has developed a long shoot at the top and new branches from the base that make it look off balance. Should I leave the shoots on or take them off?
The irregular growths may make the tree look funny, but they should have no effect on longevity or future fruit production. Perhaps you would feel better if the tree were reshaped to conform to the landscape. It won’t hurt to trim back the ends of the branches or to remove them if the tree will look better.
