Improve plant health with dormant pruning

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  Hand pruners are good for smaller diameter branches and tight areas.
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  Loppers can be used on larger branches and limbs.
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  Pole saws and pruners are good for tall, hard to reach parts of the plant and safer than using a ladder. All photos courtesy of Doug Freer.
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  Pole saws and pruners are good for tall, hard to reach parts of the plant and safer than using a ladder.
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  Loppers can be used on larger branches and limbs and for reaching further into the plant.
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  Loppers can be used on larger branches and limbs and for reaching further into the plant.