![]() It is also easier to see the structure of the tree in winter, to help determine which branches to prune. ![]() If you live in a cold climate, pruning cherry trees in late winter, when the tree is dormant, with no leaves or fruit, will encourage more rapid growth. 'Great candidates for spring or summer pruning include cherry trees, which, if left alone, can grow up to three stories tall,' explains Susan Poizner of Orchard People, who provide education and consulting on fruit tree care. In addition, it encourages slower growth of the tree. Those who prune a cherry tree in late summer believe this is the best way to avoid the tree developing disease. ![]() Opinion is a little divided and there are those that prefer to prune cherry trees in winter, others are spring pruners and some are summer pruners. (Image credit: Getty Images / Igor Stevanovic) When should a cherry tree be pruned? ![]()
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