Locate and cut out dead and diseased branches. Disinfect the tools after each branch to avoid spreading the disease.
Trim broken branches or cut them out completely, depending on the importance of the branch to the structure of the tree. Trim a scaffolding branch (main branch), if necessary, to a point where it will be able to recover. Remove small or side branches.
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Cut out branches that have grown across each other so they do not become damaged and provide an entrance for silver leaf disease.
Trim new growth back by one-third on branches that you want to keep intact. Cut off the new growth, such as suckers and water sprouts, if it does not promote fruit production.
Apply the protective sealer to the pruning cuts, if desired, especially those larger than 2 inches in diameter.
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