What is the Best Time of the Year to Prune Trees?
When Should I Prune My Trees?
Trees, just like anything else, need regular upkeep and maintenance. They grow tall and wide when they are healthy. They may sprout too many branches which makes it difficult to get all the nutrients it needs. This can also become a safety concern for you and your property. Pruning them is part of the regular maintenance trees need to grow safely and healthy, but when should you do it?
Most property owners do not think it matters what time of year you trim your tree. This is simply not true. It is most common to have trees trimmed during the spring or summer because of the warm weather. This makes it easier to trim branches and it is comfortable outside. However, this is not the best time to prune your trees. The best time to do any pruning is during the colder winter months, particularly from November to March. This is when most trees are dormant. There are fewer leaves on trees that block your view, wound closure for trees is best in winter, and insects and diseases are less likely to get in your trees.
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At Johnny C Tree Service, we provide professional tree pruning services to the Danbury, CT area. Pruning your tree regularly is important to keep it healthy and keeping yourself safe. In fact, you should trim your tree every 2-3 years for juvenile trees and 3-5 years for mature trees. The best time to prune your trees is during the months of November through March. This increases visibility, reduces the chances of disease or pests getting into the tree, and allows for proper wound closure from the pruning. You can certainly try to do the pruning yourself; it is easier on a smaller, juvenile tree. However, pruning can be dangerous work, especially as the tree grows and expands. Our tree care professionals will gladly handle any pruning job for you and keep you out of harm’s way. Contact us today to learn more about our tree trimming services!
