Pruning Trees & Shrubs

Pruning is essential preventive care. Proper pruning helps keep trees healthy and mitigates certain risks, both for tree health and to property.

Why prune?

• Removes unsightly deadwood that could become a hazard and reduce the risk of pathogens and pests on the tree

• Lessens the density of the foliage by removing certain branches to allow more sunlight and wind to pass through, reducing risk of infection, infestation, and wind damage

• Reduces the size of the crown to help with spacing between trees/shrubs, buildings, and roadways

• Reduces the weight on healthy tree parts, lessening the risk of the part breaking

• Maintains the natural structure of the tree, maximizing its strength and setting the tree on a healthier, more desirable path for the future