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Show Tree Trimming. "Trimming trees for the purpose of removing superfluous branches may bo done at any time, says an authority. It Is an old saying that the best time to trim trees Is when the knlfo is very sharp. No moic Injury 'will be done by pruning at one time than another. To cause a tree to send out new limbs in order to till a vacant space or to alter al-ter the shapo of the tree, trim Just as the leaf buds are beginning to swell. If a tree has a habit of blossoming profusely, but not bearing a corresponding corre-sponding quantity of fruit, trim Just as the blossoms begin to make their appearance. If a tree makes a vigorous vigor-ous growth out blossoms and bear shyly, trim severely Justus the leaves have attained their full sl.e. To prevent pre-vent branches and suckers from starting, start-ing, trim In August or September. |
