Pruning Tips: A Guide to Safe, Efficient Tree Health
Pruning Tips A Guide to Safe, Efficient Tree Health © Sean Xu/Stock Photo P roper pruning requires careful consideration of the ‘why’, ‘what’, ‘when’, ‘how’ and ‘who’. It is important to consider these points as a tree can be killed from improper pruning techniques. If you are interested in maintaining healthy trees for years into the future, check out our pruning tips below. WHY: Reasons to Prune a Tree Why are you pruning your tree? Is it for safety, structure, health or aesthetics? Here are some of the most common reasons to prune a tree: Reduce the risk of failure from dead, dying or structurally weak branches. Reduce property damage. Provide overhead clearance. Improve tree structure. Correct growth habits. Manage tree diseases and insects. Manage flower or fruit production. Improve sunlight and air circulation. Improve aesthetics. WHAT: Type of Tree Species What type of tree are you pruning? Is...