Silk tree pruning

Question

Have a well established silk tree in newly acquired home planted close to house. Can I prune it away from gutters?

Will it send long shoots like jacaranda?

Answer 1

Pruning the tree will not hurt it. The best time to prune is when it is dormant for the year. This article will give you more information about the tree: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/mimosa/growing-silk-trees.htm