How Do You Prune Red Cedar Trees?
An ornamental landscape tree, the red cedar tree offers lush foliage and adequate shade throughout the summer and fall. An evergreen tree, it will not lose its leaves in the end of autumn. Caring for the red cedar requires proper sunlight allotment, plenty of water and the proper pruning techniques. Without pruning, your red cedar may grow unsightly and unevenly, possibly posing a threat to the cedar’s health. Remove branches that are damaged by weather or pests. Spotted markings, discoloration and broken limbs need to be removed to maintain the health of the cedar. Remove the smaller or weaker of two branches that rub against each other. Evaluate the tree for limbs that are weak and may fall under heavy winds or ice build-up. Cut out these potentially hazardous branches with the loppers. Trim out branches that hang over sidewalks at a height less than 8 feet. Trim back limbs that are near power lines before they reach the line itself. Cut away branches that cause an imbalance within t
