Step-by-Step: How to Prune Aronia on a Trunk

  1. Best Time to Prune – Late winter or early spring, before new growth begins.
  2. Remove Weak and Dead Branches – Start by cutting out any dead, diseased, or weak branches to improve air circulation.
  3. Thin Out Excess Growth – Reduce the number of competing branches to create a well-balanced, open structure.
  4. Shorten Long Shoots – Cut back overly long or crossing branches to maintain a neat, compact form.
  5. Encourage New Growth – Light pruning stimulates healthy new shoots and improves fruit production.

Tip: Avoid cutting too much at once—removing no more than 1/3 of the branches at a time ensures the plant stays strong.

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