Tree pruning is an important step in the life of your landscaping. Knowing when to begin the pruning process for the trees on your property is critical for health optimization and yard safety. Childers Tree Service in York, SC, helps figure out the best time for tree pruning for your needs.

How to Determine a Tree Pruning Schedule

What Is the Best Season for Tree Pruning?

Certain diseases found in trees can spread if they are pruned during the wrong season. The safest bet is to do your biggest tree pruning during winter when trees are dormant, after the coldest part of the season has passed, and before any blooming occurs. This prevents the spread of fungus or diseases around your landscaping, but it won’t inhibit new growth when spring comes.

There are a few species that benefit from spring or early summer pruning, such as yews and Arborvitae. This encourages blooming and the development of new growth in the beginning of their flowering season.

What If My Tree Is Unsafe?

When trees have become a safety hazard, there is no set time to prune. Eliminating dead trees and branches can be done year-round to keep your property trouble-free.

For basic maintenance and light pruning, early summer is okay as long as your trimming isn’t extensive. Pruning promotes growth and should be avoided too late in the flowering season since impending cold temperatures can damage new growth. Unless your tree is unsafe, wait for winter to do your most intense work on it.

Summer pruning is also helpful for slowing growth in branches you don’t want. By removing leaf growth, you are reducing the food sources sent to the root. This assists in shaping the trees and eliminating branches that are defective or low hanging under the weight of leaves.  

For more than 15 years, Childers Tree Service has been the York area’s choice for professional tree pruning, trimming, thinning, and other tree services for your property. Their emergency services are available 24 hours a day to remove hazardous branches. Give them a call at (803) 627-3157 for an appointment or visit their website for a complete list of offerings.