In pruning tall trees, not only is "where to cut" important, but the order in which you cut is also crucial.
Generally, the basic principle is to prune from top to bottom, but in this case, the branches of the pomegranate tree were intricately intertwined, and cutting from the top would cause the pruned branches to get caught on the lower branches.

Therefore, this time, we will prune by first thinning the lower branches to create space where the branches can be safely removed before cutting the upper branches.

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【Key Points】
・Pruning tall trees isn't always best done from the top down.
・If branches get caught, thin the lower branches first.
・Create space to remove branches before cutting the upper branches.
・Not only the cutting location, but also the "order of cutting" is important for safety.
・Prioritize a safe working surface and space over the tree's shape.

This pomegranate tree had grown large due to years of neglect.

Furthermore, pomegranate branches tend to tangle easily, and if a branch cut from above gets caught on a lower branch, it may have to be dealt with while still on the tree.
Therefore, it's best to start by pruning the lower branches to create space for cutting the branches from above.
Textbooks often explain that you should prune from top to bottom, but in a real garden, the condition of the tree and the surrounding environment are all different.
As in this case, cutting from the bottom can sometimes improve work efficiency and safety.

[Creating a workspace when climbing a tree for pruning]
When working high up in a large tree, it's also important to secure a stable place to stand.
In this work, we cleared the branches to create space where we could fit our bodies, and used that as our workspace.
Even if you think, "I want to keep this branch for the tree's shape," if that branch makes it dangerous to work in a certain position, it's necessary to prioritize safety and clear it.

[Thinking about cutting branches]
When cutting large branches, it's easier to work if you create the space where you want to cut them beforehand. - First, cut any branches that are getting in the way.
Ensure there is space for the branches to fall.
Cut from a safe position.
Cut in smaller sections as needed.
Finally, cut back to the desired position.
Following this process will make even large branches easier to handle.

【Recommended for those who:】
Want to prune large garden trees.
Want to learn about tree climbing pruning techniques.
Are troubled by cut branches getting caught on surrounding objects.
Are unsure about the order of cutting when pruning tall trees.
Want to manage large garden trees in vacant houses or their parents' homes.

While neat cutting is important in tall tree pruning, safety should be the top priority.

In addition to considering "where to cut to achieve a beautiful shape,"
try to consider "which branches to cut first to work safely."

Natural trees don't always have textbook shapes or branching patterns.

Knowing the basics and then flexibly changing the order to suit the tree and location is an important judgment to make in actual pruning.

Note that tall tree pruning involving climbing is dangerous.

If there is no safe place to stand, or if there are branches that you cannot reach without leaning over awkwardly, please consider hiring a professional instead of doing the work yourself.

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