Q&A - Branches of my contorted filbert are dying. Why?

[@andreavelasquez1309]

This is so wholesome and informative. Thank you all!

[@RonnieToo]

Contorted Hazel, lost a 10 year old in my front yard last Autumn and another same age in the back yard during the winter.

[@susangoss3591]

Should I trim the dead branch? If so, what time of year? Thanks.

[@FamilyPlotGarden]

Dead branches can be pruned anytime.