What height should street trees be pruned to so that branches due not block the street or sidewalk?
A. Trees should be pruned to allow a 8ft clearance above the sidewalk and a 12ft clearance above the street. Keep in mind this is the pruned height at the trees maturity; young trees cannot tolerate drastic pruning to allow this clearance. To train your young trees or properly prune back your mature trees, always follow proper pruning guidelines.
