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pruning out leader on young holly

bakerbhoy · 2014-03-01 12:40:20

I have 80 young holly plants going in approx 18'' in height . I have made up rabbit guards etc . Is it advisable to nip out the leader to encourage side growth in such immature and newely planted bushes which would not have extensive root systems established yet. I have received such advise from local ''sages'' but should…

01-03-2014 1:40pm

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bakerbhoy

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I have 80 young holly plants going in approx 18'' in height . I have made up rabbit guards etc . Is it advisable to nip out the leader to encourage side growth in such immature and newely planted bushes which would not have extensive root systems established yet.
I have received such advise from local ''sages'' but should i wait until next year late winter/ early spring . they will have to endure northerly elements but will get good sun .
I can post photos but it will be a few days.

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