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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    September 16, 2011
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    Sap naturally flows throughout the tree. When there is a wound or opening, such as from pruning, the sap will simply flow from the tree. Since this can cause infections to occur, pruning is often performed while trees are dormant or during periods when peak sap production is limited. Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/what-is-tree-sap.htm

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    Nikki on
    October 2, 2011
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    While it mostly depends on the type of hedge you have, if it has become unruly, it should be fine to trim it back some. Most shrubs can be cut back by a third without harm.

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    Heather on
    October 30, 2011
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    There are many, many plants that need fall care. Too many for me to list. If you let me know what plants you have in your yard, I can let you know when they need to be pruned.

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    Nikki on
    May 16, 2012
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    This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fgen/deadheading-flowers.htm

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    Nikki on
    April 17, 2013
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    Here is more information that should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fgen/deadheading-flowers.htm

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    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    April 17, 2013
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    The best way to deadhead is follow the bloom stem as far toward the plant as possible and cut it with a sterilized knife or scissors. The wound will be clean so no possible disease is spread, and the cut won't rip the plant.

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    Nikki on
    January 8, 2014
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    Different plants require different pruning needs. Let us know which plant you are referring to and we can be of more help.

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