Today I pruned Lemon Zest down to 12 inches. I was so hesitant but I really wanted to make a shorter tree. I was going to try to make it taller but the node up, was ugly and looked like a branch was once cut off, leaving a scar. I happy to see the cambium was still plump and green after the cut, so it gives me hope that it will recover. But I shouldn't jinx it by saying that. I wrapped it in a wet paper towel and plastic bagged it (not shown).
