You can prune your garden all year round – some gardeners do it in spring, autumn and summer.
But winter pruning is practiced less frequently, as many gardeners wonder about its feasibility.
This haircut has both advantages and disadvantages.
Let's turn to the recommendations of the expert of the online publication "Belnovosti" and agronomist Anastasia Kovrizhnykh.
Advantages and disadvantages of winter pruning
The main advantage of winter pruning is the ability to carry out the work on a dry and clear day without worrying about meeting deadlines.
When pruning in winter, the risk of bark tearing is reduced, as the wood is easier to cut. But this rule only works if the weather is not very frosty.
Among the disadvantages, one can highlight the fact that the garden prepares for winter throughout the summer and autumn, gaining strength. In winter, their metabolism slows down and pruning can weaken the tree.
It is not recommended to prune plants that are not winter-hardy varieties, have borne fruit abundantly, have not received enough nutrition, and have diseases or many pests.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
