How do I prune my damson tree?

Question

I have a large, straggly damson in my back garden. It is in desperate need of a prune - one branch in particular is very heavy toward its tip, and is bending a lot under its own weight. I know damsons are best left to their own devices, but it really needs some TLC!

Answer 1

A small, vigorous, rugged, erect growing plum tree. White flowers are borne in umbrel-like clusters of 2-3 on short spurs, and solitary or 2-3 in axils on one year old wood. The later spring bloom time of the flowers makes them less frost prone. The foliage is dark green. Fruit production begins in 3-4 years.This tree bears heavy crops of purplish blue juicy, tart plums that ripens in August to October. The tree adapts to wide range of soil types but requires moist soil. It is cold hardy and tolerates strong winds. Rainfall and high humidity during the growing season can cause the fruit to crack.Thinning is not necessary for Damson plums. Prune only to remove deadwood, crossing branches, or fast growing shoot that appear along the trunk or branches. (zones 5-7)

Answer 2

use some shears/ hedge clippers and just get to it.......