Thin out the center of the tree to encourage sunlight and airflow, which reduces disease. 4. Pollination
These plums send up "suckers" (new shoots) from the roots. If you want a single trunk tree, prune these suckers away regularly. If you want a hedge, leave them. 3. Pruning big-tree plum
Because they flower early, avoid planting in low "frost pockets" where cold air settles. Plant on a slope or near a building for protection. 2. Care and Maintenance Thin out the center of the tree to