Gingko Tree Pruning

Question

I have 2 seventy five year old gingko trees. Although healthy very tall. Is it safe to prune or top these trees. Both are beautiful but so big.

Answer 1

You wouldn't want to top the trees, that will bring out the ugly water sprouts. It's too late for reduction pruning, too. At this stage, the only real pruning they need is to remove dead or broken branches. If they have become a safety hazard, it is best to remove them. Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/ginkgo/how-to-prune-a-ginkgo.htm