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Pruning A Pear Tree #923337

Asked January 05, 2026, 3:23 PM EST

I think my pear tree needs pruning. It's 2 years old. I'm unsure where to cut. It seems to have a central leader, should I cut the other two vertical branches? So just the center one remains?

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

HI Phyllis,

This page will give you the information you’re looking for.

https://extension.umn.edu/fruit/growing-pears

Thanks!

MJ Replied January 05, 2026, 5:56 PM EST

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