Monkey Tree

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  1. SANDRA BIRD

    SANDRA BIRD New Member

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    I am from England.Just wanted to know if I can cut branches off lower trunk of Monkey tree.As my tree has long gangly branches.They are a hazard,as they have grown over the foot path,and are a hazard to people.Or should I just tie back the branches.Or can I shorten the branches,by cutting them.Thank you.Sandra.
     
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  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Yes, if it is just low branches, you can cut them back or right off..
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    In the wild and in some cultivated settings these often shed the lower branches, to become long trunks with comparatively small crowns at the tops - in the manner of palm trees - anyway.
     
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