how hard do i have to cut it down


On plant Sambucus nigra

Asked on 21 Nov, 2009 by

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doctorbob1
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I presume you mean pruning, with that type of Elder, if it is a young tree I would let it develop it's own shape for a year or two. Cutting back only promotes a lot of young growth and it is not altogether hardy.

21 Nov, 2009

nickyt08
Nickyt08
 

And tends to be spindly with leaves far apart up the stem

21 Nov, 2009

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