Pruning flowering crab apple tree - Ask Extension
I live in Scandia and my flowering crab apple tree has just finished blooming. I would like to remove some lower branches for easier mowing. Is it t...
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Pruning flowering crab apple tree #751198
Asked May 20, 2021, 11:41 PM EDT
I live in Scandia and my flowering crab apple tree has just finished blooming. I would like to remove some lower branches for easier mowing. Is it too late in the season? Thank you.
Washington County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi,
It is not advisable to prune crabapples in the spring and summer; it can increase the chances of infection and fire blight. See this from the U: https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/pruning-trees-and-shrubs#time-pruning-to-avoid-diseases-and-other-problems-1336760
Thank you for your help.
You are very welcome.