Question
I have a Colorado Blue Spruce tree in my front yard and would like to trim it. However, instead of the traditional trimming, where one would cut the bottom most branches, closest to the trunk, I would like to trim the tree in a V-shape. Per the attachment, I am thinking about cutting the branches from the base (stump) at a 45 degree angle. Please advise if this type of trimming would harm the tree. Would the branches grow back in full and regain the thickness? Or would they potentially brown and harm the rest of the tree? Your response would be very appreciated! Regards, Stanley

Answer
Hello,

Pruning colorado blue spruce is not recommended.  Regrowth will be impeded. Good luck. Let me know if I can be of further help.

Mark Harshman
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