How to Prune Trees: Step-by-Step Guide for Healthy Growth #210112 (License: Personal Use)

The illustration shows a knowledgeable gardener with gray hair, glasses, and practical outdoor attire methodically pruning a young deciduous tree. He holds a branch with one hand and uses bypass pruning shears in the other to make a clean cut just above a leaf node, encouraging healthy regrowth. Sparse green leaves remain on the tree, indicating early spring or post-dormant-season maintenance.

This image is used on gardening, arboriculture, or landscaping web pages to visually support instructional content about pruning fundamentals. It targets DIY homeowners, novice gardeners, and horticulture students seeking clear, actionable guidance on tree care.