![]() It can be done successfully at other times, provided you avoid taking cuttings during severely cold periods. Blue spruce can be propagated during the dormant season from mid-autumn until late winter. ![]() Tree propagation can be done by cuttings, which is easy to do. If there’s not much space within the canopy for light to reach the center of the tree, you can trim away some excess foliage to make windows for light to shine in. Trim these back to the branches they stem from as well. These branches will become an issue because they can effectively block out light and air from inner branches. Try to find all of the branches that grow either directly up (that are not the primary trunk) and those that grow directly downward. ![]() These branches or leaves will be too heavy and grow downwards, so this can be trimmed back if necessary. Next, be on the lookout for extra long branches or leaves that may not be able to support a lot of weight. Snip these off at the branch collar, where the branch intersection is, without scoring the main branch. Look for pests, irregular growth patterns, and brittle branches or leaves. How to Prune To prune your Blue spruce, first cut away any dead, dying or diseased branches. It’s also a good idea to wear gloves while pruning to avoid any splinters or cuts in general. For very tall branches that are out of safe reach, use a pole saw with the necessary safety equipment. ![]() While smaller plant shears and garden scissors may not cut it (pun intended), handheld clippers, pruners and loppers will certainly help out. Tools In order to prune your Blue spruce properly, you’ll need the proper pruning tools. This is why this part of the Blue spruce needs to be pruned in good time. While most of the Blue spruce won’t need to be pruned until they develop some substantial height, sometimes their branches get a little carried away in the wrong direction. ![]()
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