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sherrypla
01-31-2010, 08:24 PM
I just plant it a week agao. It's a bare-root nectarine. Where should I trim it Or do I have to trim it?
Can I just leave it as is?
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=29405 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=29405&ppuser=6883)

Thank You.

Abnshrek
01-31-2010, 09:50 PM
If you have it in the ground I wouldn't trim it. I don't see a reason in the pic to do so. If you want a certain shape or height for picking wait til its dormant this fall/winter to trim. Good Luck :^)

Richard
01-31-2010, 10:01 PM
This little pamphlet has an excellent section on the training of young trees and the care of numerous mature varieties. You should be able to find it at independent nurseries and online for (US) $7 to $10.

http://www.plantsthatproduce.com/products/Martin_How_To_Prune_21ED.jpg (http://www.plantsthatproduce.com/products/Martin_How_To_Prune_21ED.html)
How To Prune Fruit Trees by R.S. Martin

sunfish
01-31-2010, 10:39 PM
HGIC 1355 Pruning Peaches & Nectarines : Extension : Clemson University : South Carolina (http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/plants/vegetables/tree_fruits_nuts/hgic1355.html)

sherrypla
02-05-2010, 09:42 PM
Wow, that was a very detailed instruction. Thank you so much!