how to prune a young apricot tree - Knowledgebase Question

San Diego, Ca

Question by tbalistreri
October 6, 2010

I planted a apricot tree about 5 months ago, and it was almost 4' tall. It has grone very well and two large shoots grew about 5

Answer from NGA
October 6, 2010

0	I'd trace those extra long shoots back to their origins and cut them off completely. They sound like suckers, which are non-productive. Suckers are vigorous growing stems and are usually thicker than the rest of the branches, with larger leaves. I'd prune them off completely so they don't overtake your tree. Best wishes with your apricot tree!

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