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Pruning Alder

Pruning 7 year old alder planted at 230tpa. Near Darrington, WA

7 year old alder planted at 230tpa and just pruned. Note excessive branch scars. Near Darrington, WA

10 year old pruned alder planted at 230tpa. Near Vernonia, OR

10 year old pruned alder planted at 230tpa. Near Vernonia, OR

Pruning 12 year old alder to 22ft. Near Ryderwood, WA

Pruning 12 year old alder to 22ft. Near Ryderwood, WA

Pruning 12 year old alder to 22ft. Near Ryderwood, WA