
Birch trees are magnificent trees to have in any garden. While they bring charm, color and character to a space, they have specific pruning needs. You need to know when to prune a birch tree as getting it wrong can threaten the tree’s health.
That may sound daunting. However, there are only a few key rules about when to prune trees. Birch trees do not want extensive, regular pruning. Indeed, they prefer small-scale pruning, which is required during their dormancy in late winter.