How Do You Prune An Ornamental Crab Apple Tree?
The crab apple tree is a brilliant tree that gives off lush pink and white blossoms in early spring. This ornamental tree is usually kept at around 15 feet, shaped into a round bush-like design. The crab apple tree is perfect on display in the corner of lawn or in the center surrounded by bright bordering plants. Taking time to prune this tree will eventually yield a beautiful, immensely flowering tree that will attract a lot of attention. Cut away any damaged or discolored roots with hand shears. Place the cut above the break in the root, prior to planting. Cut any twig suckers with hand shears, right at their base. This should be done in early spring when they first form. Trim away, with hand shears, any broken branches that have been weathered or damaged by other means. Use the bypass loppers when the branch is of 1-inch thickness or greater. Locate the node and trim below this bump or above the area where the branch had broke. Cut back, with hand shears, any dead spots or tips of b
