How to prune dawn redwood 'gold rush'

Late winter to early spring before new growth flushes. Remove dead, broken, or rubbing branches back to the branch collar. If a competing leader develops, cut the weaker stem cleanly at its base to maintain a single dominant trunk.

Rarely; annual check with minimal corrective pruning. Dawn Redwood 'Gold Rush' is a fast-growing deciduous conifer with a strong central leader and natural conical shape. Pruning needs are minimal. Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter. Do not cut the leader. Allow the tree to develop its form freely — heavy pruning is counterproductive.

Remove dead, broken, or rubbing branches back to the branch collar. If a competing leader develops, cut the weaker stem cleanly at its base to maintain a single dominant trunk.