Pruning
Proper pruning is essential in developing a tree with a strong structure and desirable form. Trees that receive the appropriate pruning measures while they are young will require less corrective pruning as they mature.
We take great pride in our exceptional tree pruning skills. Rest assured you will be more than satisfied at the full experience of working with our tree experts. We trim all kinds of trees including palm and fruit trees!
Key Points for Pruning Young Trees
• Set an objective with the certified arborist for why the tree will be pruned. For younger trees, the objective is to improve tree structure so the tree will be strong and not interfere with its surroundings as it matures.
• Each cut has the potential to alter the growth of the tree.
• Poor pruning can cause life long damage for the tree.
When a tree is damaged it must grow over the damage and the wound is contained within the tree forever.
Main Pruning Methods
1
Crown Cleaning
Crown cleaning is the most basic level of tree pruning and includes the removal of dead, dying, diseased and broken branches.
2
Crown Thinning
This is a selective removal of branches to increase light penetration and air movement throughout the crown of the tree. The intent is to maintain or develop a tree’s structure and form.
3
Reduction
This is used when a tree has grown too large for its permitted space. This results in a more natural appearance and helps increase the time before pruning is needed again and it minimizes the stress on the tree.