Month: March 2011

NJ Urban Trees

Lisa Simms Tree Care
Ornamental Plum Tree
Photo of an ornamental plum tree in desperate need of pruning, Newark, NJ
Ornamental Plum Tree
Photo of a nicely pruned ornamental plum tree in Newark, NJ
Dedicated Newark residents practicing their pruning knowledge
Rules of Pruning:
  1. Use the right size tool for the cut
  2. Always use sharp & clean pruning tools
  3. Prune in late fall to early spring – after the leaves and before the buds, except when pruning dead, dying, or damaged branches
  4. Prune when you are happy