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Pruning Young Citrus Trees: Minimal Intervention Needed

When and How to Prune Citrus for Health and Shape

Citrus is self-shaping. Only prune: suckers/rootstock shoots, dead/diseased wood (clean cuts), crowded/crossing branches. Prune spring after frost danger. Open center reduces fungal risk (melanose). No heavy pruning needed.

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