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Trimming/pruning #877519

Asked July 16, 2024, 4:54 PM EDT

I have some dark green spreading yews that need some TLC! Can I severely cut back or trim them at this time of year?

Washington County Minnesota

Expert Response

Yews can be pruned at almost any time, but it is best to avoid pruning now because the new growth is susceptible to winter injury. Yews take well to heavy pruning. Read here:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/pruning_evergreen_shrubs
https://ipm.missouri.edu/meg/2020/6/yews-DT/

Dennis in St. Louis Park Replied July 17, 2024, 1:45 PM EDT

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Trimming/pruning #877519

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