![]() Try to find all of the branches that grow either directly up (that are not the primary trunk) and those that grow directly downward. These branches or leaves will be too heavy and grow downwards, so this can be trimmed back if necessary. Next, be on the lookout for extra long branches or leaves that may not be able to support a lot of weight. Snip these off at the branch collar, where the branch intersection is, without scoring the main branch. Look for pests, irregular growth patterns, and brittle branches or leaves. How to Prune To prune your Virginia pine, first cut away any dead, dying or diseased branches. It’s also a good idea to wear gloves while pruning to avoid any splinters or cuts in general. For very tall branches that are out of safe reach, use a pole saw with the necessary safety equipment. While smaller plant shears and garden scissors may not cut it (pun intended), handheld clippers, pruners and loppers will certainly help out. Tools In order to prune your Virginia pine properly, you’ll need the proper pruning tools. This is why this part of the Virginia pine needs to be pruned in good time. While most of the Virginia pine won’t need to be pruned until they develop some substantial height, sometimes their branches get a little carried away in the wrong direction. If that is the case, you should water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture and help the roots establish themselves. Still, the water needs during winter will remain quite low as the cool temperatures will not cause the soil to dry out quickly.The exception to that rule is if you are dealing with a plant that has been newly planted. Unlike many other plants, the Virginia pine does not enter full dormancy in winter, which means that it will continue growing, during the coldest months. In spring and fall, you might need to provide some water if the weather is exceptionally hot, but this is rare. During other times of the year, this plant will often survive with no water at all. If it has rained one inch or more that week, you won’t need to give any water to your Virginia pine. At most, you’ll need to water this plant about once per week during the hottest months of the year.However, that amount can change depending on how much it has rained. ![]() In most instances, this tree will become drought tolerant and survive off of nothing more than rainfall. A mature Virginia pine does not need much water at all.
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