People typically think of spring as the time for landscaping and lawn care. However, when it comes to tree pruning autumn and winter are the best times to maintain the foliage on your property. Below are three benefits to handling this task during this season. 

Tree Pruning Offers the Most Benefits in the Late Autumn & Winter for These 3 Reasons

1. Promoting Efficient Food Source Usage

In the summer, plants and trees save up water and nutrients to stay alive during colder times. This means providing rations for the tree for the entirety of the winter season. By removing branches in the late fall or early winter you’re reducing the amount of nourishment the tree needs to get through these low-growth times and giving it a better chance of living through spring. 

2. Easier Viewing

It’s difficult to see what you’re doing if you prune during full foliage as leaves get in your line of sight. Tree pruning during the late fall and winter means having a clearer sightline of the trunk and branches as most of the leaves will have fallen off. You’ll have an easier time selecting which places to cut as well as assessing overall organism health.

3. Improving Flowering and Fruit Production

As temperatures warm in the spring your trees will immediately start to grow. By performing tree pruning well before then you decide where their energy goes. Removing excess branches promotes better tree health by improving flowering and fruiting potential. 

Homeowners looking for professional tree pruning services should contact Bluegrass Tree Service, LLC in Northern Kentucky. Their experienced crew of arborists is on hand to promote tree health through fertilization, trimming, and maintenance. To learn about their 30 years of experience, call (859) 746-0708. Visit the website for information on their additional options like lot clearing and stump removal and to set up a free estimate to learn how their team can improve your yard.