suckers/shoots sprouting from root of pussy willow tree

Question

My pussy willow tree has not shown any new leaves this season and still has the flowers on its limbs but on the base of the tree is emerging shoots or suckers. Should I cut these off or allow them to grow please?

Answer 1

It depends on what shape you want your shrub to have. This article explains more about pruning pussy willow: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/pussy-willow/how-prune-pussy-willows.htm