Pruning trees on your property can be a tedious task, but it needs to be done to maintain the health of your foliage. Pruning focuses on removing damaged or diseased branches and leaves to promote healthy growth.
Since tree pruning is aimed at supporting the overall health of your foliage, it’s important to understand how and when to do it.
- When to prune – The dormant season is typically the best time to cut back any leaves, stems, or branches that are no longer serving a purpose. Experts say to refrain from pruning in late summer or fall, as this can promote new growth that may have a tough time surviving the winter.
- Where to cut – When figuring out how far to cut back, always look for a growing point. For example, when removing a branch, cutting back until you reach a main branch or bud will prevent any damage to the tree.
- What to remove – Aside from fully removing dead branches and foliage, there are other instances in which parts of your tree may need to incorporate tree pruning. This includes any branches growing towards the center of your tree or those with narrow angles.
Tree pruning is an important task for any tree-owner. If you’re finding yourself struggling to keep up with tree maintenance, give us a call. Our experienced technicians know quite a bit about the types of trees that are commonly planted and grow well in North Carolina’s climate, so we can create a customized trimming schedule that ensures the health of your trees.