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When is the correct time of year to prune an ornamental cherry tree (UK)?

April 26, 2017Cherry garden Home landscape Ornamental prune time year

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When is the correct time of year to prune an ornamental cherry tree (UK)?

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Hi. Most Prunus species (ornamental cherries included) should be pruned in earl Spring immediately after flowering. This should help avoid fungal diseases that they are prone to. As to how much you can safely remove. If the tree is in good health then you can remove up to one third of the crown (branches). Try to cut back to a branch joint. Here are some good links on technique for you too have a look at: http://www.treesaregood.com/treecare/pru… http://www.angliangardener.co.uk/green_u… Hope that helps you a bit. Enjoy your tree.