Pruning your tree will be a consistent priority. It’s just part of home ownership and property ownership. We look forward to helping you with any questions you have about how, why, and how often. We want to be your goto tree pruning company in Pasco.
When to Prune?
When to prune depends to a large extent on why you prune. Light pruning and the removal of dead wood can be done anytime. Otherwise, here are some guidelines, but recognizing that individual species may differ.
Winter: Pruning during dormancy is the most common practice. It results in a vigorous burst of new growth in the spring and should be used if that is the desired effect. It is usually best to wait until the coldest part of winter has passed. Some species, such as maple, walnut, and birches, may “bleed” when sap begins to flow. This is not harmful, and will cease when the tree leafs out.
Spring: At the latest, prune well before the buds swell and new leaves begin to develop.
Summer: To direct the growth by slowing the branches you don’t want; or to slow or “dwarf” the development of a tree or branch, pruning should be done soon after seasonal growth is complete. The reason for the slowing effect is that you reduce the total leaf surface, thereby reducing the amount of food manufactured and sent to the roots for their development and next year’s growth of crown.
Fall: Because decay fungi spread their spores profusely in the fall and healing of wounds seems to be slower on fall cuts, this is a good time to leave your pruning tools in storage. Flowering Trees If your purpose for pruning is to enhance flowering:
- For trees or shrubs that bloom in summer or fall on current year’s growth, prune in winter.
- For trees that bloom in spring from buds on one-year-old wood, prune when their flowers fade.
We look forward to helping you with all of your tree removal and tree trimming needs. When and if you have any questions about your trees, shrubs, or any other greenery on your property, we can help. We strive to be your only and best option for tree pruners in Pasco.