Thinking of Pruning Your Own Trees This Year?

What You Should Know about Tree Pruning

Tree pruning

is a vital part of garden maintenance. If done regularly, it encourages healthy and stronger branches as well as foliage, and overall healthier plants. Pruning is more critical on fruit trees, assuming that the aim is the mass production of fruit; however, it is also beneficial on ornamental when done on a regular basis.

The rules vary considerably, all depending on the kind of tree which is getting pruned. As a general rule of thumb, pruning should only be done in winter months, this is when a tree is dormant. Pruning in spring will create severe damage, thus interfering with any new growth, and in the fall, it could disrupt a tree as it is getting ready to preserve energy for the oncoming winter. No more than 25% of a tree’s volume should ever be removed when trimming, or the tree could go into shock and perish.

Pruning, due to contrary belief, is not the same as trimming, a different method is used to shape the likes of shrubs, trees and hedges, and shrubs. Trimming or hedging, as it is also referred to, can be done in various times of the year. Trimming increases density, this is done by removing the outer branches, thus promoting a more even appearance. It is also performed with topiary care, tree removal service providers advise.

Various tools are usually required when performing tree pruning

. Shears which are created to snip small branches and shoots, and they come with either long or short handled types. A pruning saw is used for more dense branches, especially on trees that have not been pruned regularly before. A ladder is also important, it is used by experts to climb and make sure all parts of a tree are reached. For larger cuts, a sealer is used to decrease the amount of sap and moisture lost, although some feel sealers increase the chances of rot setting in.

Call Darren's Tree Service based in Mequon, WI.

(414) 690-1285.