Rejuvenate old yew »The rejuvenation pruning for Taxus baccata

Rejuvenate old yew trees by pruning

Old yew trees, especially if they were planted as a hedge, become bare inside over time. There is no longer enough sunlight reaching the lower regions, so that the tree no longer forms new shoots.

But it is possible without any problems, even a very old yew tree through one strong pruning to rejuvenate.

• Cut back possible at any time
• Cut trees
• Thin out a tree or hedge

When working, however, keep in mind that the yew grows very slowly. It takes several years before the tree or hedge is completely dense again.

The best time to rejuvenate a yew tree

Yew trees are so well tolerated that they can be pruned at any time. It is only better to avoid a rejuvenating cut in midsummer. At the interfaces, the needles are exposed to sunlight Brown. That doesn't harm the tree, but it's not so nice for it eye.

Two cutbacks per year are recommended

To rejuvenate a yew tree by pruning it, shorten the tree at the top. You can do a strong pruning with confidence.

Then remove all the branches on the side so that the sunlight returns to the Tree trunk can get.

It is particularly beneficial if you thinning out the yew tree twice a year, as this accelerates the growth of new branches.

Compost the cuttings of the yew tree

Even if the yew tree is a very poisonous tree, you can safely access the clippings that occur when it is rejuvenated compost bring. The poison is broken down there.

However, you should shred the leftovers, otherwise the decomposition process will take a long time.

The sap that escapes when a yew tree is cut can cause skin inflammation. It is therefore essential to wear gloves when rejuvenating and protect your face from contact with needles or twigs.