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gardencrazy’s Question
I have a dwarf kumquat that I planted in the ground. Part of the original dwarf size has retained its shape, but there are now quite a few taller branches that have developed. Should these be pruned back to the original size and if so, when? It is no longer fruiting.
Posted by Nadra McClain on June 7, 2013
Marianne's Response
Yes, prune back the overly-enthusiastic branches now or they will overtake the dwarf kumquat. This happens to dwarf and also to variegated plants so keep a close eye on the plant because even if you prune out the long branches now, they may resprout in a few months and try for another hostile take over. You are in control so just get snippy with any rude behavior. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti
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