JOJG No. 9

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Needle Grooming

This article describes several refined techniques that are used when pruning Japanese pine trees.  The article discusses how selective needle removal can help shape branches and steer them toward more beautiful shapes.  The article mentions several myths about pine needle removal and presents accurate information in its place.  Needles are not removed blindly, but rather are carefully removed from specific spots on the pine tree branch.  

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