Pruning Guide
I came across this excellent pruning guide while doing a Google search for the oldest tree in Tulsa. Published by the Tulsa Master Gardeners, this guide gives a brief description on what and when to trim “some of the common plants found in the Tulsa County area.”
Plants grow, propagate, survive insects, disease, drought, damage, and decline until they ultimately die. To obtain the best results and assist the plant to prosper humans often feel it is necessary to interfere with the natural process. He will feed, spray, water, mulch and otherwise coddle his plants. However, sometimes it becomes necessary for him to deliberately do what appears to be bodily harm to his plants. If this is done correctly using the proper techniques and timing it can enhance the beauty, health, and extend the life span of the plant. This procedure is called Pruning. This article will briefly describe what to do and when for some of the common plants found in the Tulsa County area. — Ed Lee
Though published for plants and trees in the mid-west region of the country, the guide can be used for other regions where plants are not as indigenous.
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