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I have four magnificent double file viburnums that desperately needed pruning. Based on what I thought was sound knowledge, I removed the thickest woody branches at the base, and new growth is indeed springing up. But it is as if the thinner branches needed the thicker ones for support, for they are now bending way over, making for a most unattractive row of bushes. What I want to know is this: if I were to do a drastic prune, cutting all the branches to the ground, as I have successfully done with other bushes, would I destroy the double file viburnums? I have read that this may happen, but I don't want to believe it. Or might they not thrive from such a drastic measure? Does anyone have the experience to help me with this onerous problem? Many thanks, HarryBear
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