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| Hello all I have a Pedro walnut that we planted last fall as a 5' whip. Now. In just one years time, have a 11' tall tree. However, the lateral branches are only 12 - 18" long. So we essentially now have a 11' whip. The tree is clearly healthy but am concerned about the explosive growth and lack of lateral growth. The tree is planted in decomposed granite, gets moderate water and hasn't been fertilized. Was I to cut the whip when originally planted? We have no issues pruning our other trees (citrus, stone fruit, figs, poms, etc...) but really don't have a clue with walnuts. Thanks in advance, |
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- Posted by harvestman 6 (My Page) on Tue, Dec 2, 14 at 5:41
| If you are not intimidated by pruning fruit trees simply transfer that attitude to nuts fearlessly. Ultimately, a walnut will need to be given much more space than a peach, I believe (no actual experience with this species, being in the northeast). I do prune chestnuts to keep them from getting too tall as they similarly shoot for the sky. If you want great info for your area type the subject and add UC Davis at the end. You may have the best ag U. in the country in your state. |
Here is a link that might be useful: pruning walnut trees
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