Young trees should be structurally pruned, or trained, in the first 5 years after planting, or as early as possible, to minimize tree or branch failure later in life. This vital procedure is often skipped because people don't know why it's important or how to do it. In this video, learn the value of structural training and the simple 5 steps. The language is simple enough for home gardeners, but professionals new to structural training may also find this useful.
