How to prune brazilian araucaria

Late winter, before active growth. Prune dead branches back cleanly to their collar without leaving stubs. Never remove the central leader or attempt crown reduction — Araucaria angustifolia is apically dominant and will not re-shoot from old pruning wounds.

Rarely — deadwood removal only, as needed. Brazilian Araucaria (Araucaria angustifolia) requires minimal pruning and does not tolerate hard cutting. It cannot regenerate a new leader if the apex is removed, resulting in permanent disfigurement. Only remove dead or damaged lower branches cleanly at the trunk collar. Protect the natural tiered canopy at all times.

Prune dead branches back cleanly to their collar without leaving stubs. Never remove the central leader or attempt crown reduction — Araucaria angustifolia is apically dominant and will not re-shoot from old pruning wounds.