Take a good look at your trees. Especially the deciduous ones without the leaves. Soon those bare branches will bud and it will be harder to see what could be an indication of disease and decay. Now is the time to take notice and prune what’s broken, dead or diseased. Here’s what to look for to take advantage of pruning diseased trees in late winter. Read more
Elite Tree Care – Tree Pruning
Between the snow, ice, wind, and bitter cold, winter is tough on plants. Even the strongest trees can break a limb or two. Sometimes you won’t be able to tell the extent of the damage to your trees and plants until the spring. This is when damaged buds won’t bloom or when the leaves show signs of distress. Learn how to prune damaged plants and when’s the best time to begin. Read more
It’s about that time again! The leaves are gone. The first frost has…frosted. The trees and grass are dormant, so it’s a good time to start thinking about major tree work. Learn more about the winter tree pruning process and why this is the season to start. Read more
Tis the season for tree trimming! Now that the leaves are gone, you can easily inspect the branches and take note of any that need to be cut. Learn what to look for, what tools you’ll need, and how to properly plan for pruning trees this season. Read more
It’s true that fall is not the ideal season to prune trees. However! There are a few exceptions to this rule. One is that the tree in question has areas of dead wood. These branches become more of a hazard in general and especially during storms. This is why deadwooding trees is something you can do no matter what time of year it is. Read more
Ah, fall. Have you noticed how beautiful the leaves are lately? As they change color and fall from the trees, your attention should start to shift to the branches they’re falling from. While fall is not the best time for major tree pruning, it is an ideal time to focus on your trees and determine whether or not they need attention. Here are some signs a tree needs pruning and what you can do about it. Read more