How do I prune a lemon tree?

Question

It is about 12 feet high.

It is located in Phoenix, Arizona.

The branches twist in and out of each other.

The branches hang very low in some places and very high in others.

How do I prune it and when for best results?

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Answer 1

This site has a very good description:

http://www.ehow.com/how_3642_prune-citru...

Good luck.

Answer 2

I love lemon trees!

Prune the branches off flushed with the main stem.  Prune those branches off that are growing irradically, growing down to the ground, or growing into other branches.  Give the tree a round appearance.

Pruning will encourage new growth.