By Rob Shapiro
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18 Mar, 2019
If you've ever grabbed a pair of scissors to lop off a wayward or scraggly piece of hair from your forehead, you probably are equally equipped to prune the trees and shrubs in your yard. The motivation and technique are similar, but before you get started, hold those pruning shears. Just as Oriole Landscaping works with you to “plan before you plant,” we also advocate a “plan before you prune” approach. If you move too fast and make a small mistake, your trees and shrubs should recover, just as your pride will recover from a botched haircut. But if you get carried away, you could weaken or damage your tree or shrub. So, make sure you have a plan before you start, especially with newly installed trees and shrubs, when they are acclimating to their new environment and working to establish hearty root systems.