Birch bush

In the nursery that is closeing,,,I found a birch that looks more a bush than a tree.... information on when i can top and root prune would be great... i never worked on birch before but i think this will be good broom style...Thanks very much take care john

John

In researching pruning times for my Betula nigra spring project I learned that with regards to hard pruning its best to wait until after the first flush of leaves extends and hardens off in spring. I've heard from a number of folks that Birch tend to be resentfull of life in a pot. I interpret that to mean there are root issues, I plan to work my roots down slowly. I also wont do a top reduction and root work in the same year but I'm a very cautious fellow.

-Jay

JAY,, I have heard about them dieing back also ...thanks for that information.....take care john