Q.What To Do About Ferns Underneath A Giant Oak Tree When Pruning The Tree?
The tree has to be pruned now (June) and I’m worried about the ferns underneath getting trampled. Is it better to cut them back ahead of time, or should I just leave them alone and prune off damaged fronds after the work is done?

GKH_Susan
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Answered on June 9, 2021
I suggest waiting till the pruning is done, then trimming any broken fronds. The pruners may be careful enough not to do much damage.
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