One great thing about fall is seeing the beautiful leaves from summer change color and fall off the trees. However, those leaves falling is a good reminder that fall and winter are the best times of the year for tree trimming and shrub pruning. With this in mind, we at Crecraft for Treecraft Tree Service would like to share tree trimming is best done during the fall and winter season.
Why is Fall & Winter the Best Time to Prune Trees?
Easier to Diagnose Tree Problems – Revealing all of the branches previously hidden under the foliage, deciduous trees lose their leaves in the winter as most people know. The task of diagnosing issues and trimming trees is much more manageable with bare tree branches. The bare canopies of the trees make the tree structure much easier to see as well. Arborists can more easily remove dead or vulnerable branches as a result. Having the leaves out of the way makes our trimming and pruning easier, though we love leaves in the spring and early summer.
Encourages Tree and Shrub Health – It halts growth until the following spring growing season when trees and shrubs are dormant during winter. Since the tree is not expending energy on new growth, this inactivity means that wounds from trimming and pruning during late fall and winter will heal more quickly. Because disease and insect damage are less likely, another reason that fall and winter are the best times for tree trimming and shrub pruning. During the late spring and summer, trimming and pruning can expose the trees and shrubs to diseases. The decay attracts insects to the tree and causes more damage when decay occurs. It can be very helpful, knowing your area’s trees, shrubs, insects, and diseases. A tree specialist can advise you on the best practices for your space and your specific trees. When insects are the least active, trimming and pruning in late winter will help keep your trees and shrubs healthy. A certified arborist or other tree specialist can advise you on the best practices for your space and your specific trees. When insects are the least active, trimming and pruning in late winter will help keep your trees and shrubs healthy.
Promote Tree Growth – Some exceptions apply, though late fall and winter through early spring are generally the best times for tree trimming. Spring flowering trees should be pruned after they have flowered as we have mentioned previously. This practice allows for the most blooms in the following year, which leads to better aesthetic appeal and also aid in pollination.
Help Damaged Trees Recover – A delay in action may lead to injury or property damage if a tree is damaged and at risk of falling or losing branches. Knowing what to look for is essential. There are times when you should trim the tree any time of the year, examples are listed below.
– Damaged, broken, weak, or diseased branches and shrubs
– Trees that lean at hazardous angles
– Branches that hang over or make contact with roofs, sheds, power lines, or other structures
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When you need tree trimming services and more in Main Line, PA, call in the professionals of Crecraft for Treecraft Tree Service and let our experts help you make sure it is done right and safely.
