Proper tree pruning

Listen to this extended radio story on proper tree pruning methods. (MP3 download)

Trimming a tree may sound like a relatively easy task. You just get a saw or pruner and go to town, right? Wrong. If you cut in the wrong spot, or prune the wrong time of year, you could be doing more harm than good. Listen to today's radio program for tips on how to properly prune your trees.

Radio interview source: Dennis Patton, Extension horticulture agent, Kansas State University

For more information on pruning, we recommend the following links:

Watch and learn: View clips on pruning and pruning tools from the Living the Country Life television program and see for yourself how it's done.

Prudent pruning: Learn how proper pruning can protect your valuable trees from disease, and get tips on when to prune.

Tree-pruning tools: Learn how and when to use hand pruners, pruning shears, pruning saws, chain saws and hedge shears.