Pruning, the act of cutting trees back, may seem counterproductive, but it can help your trees grow healthier and stronger. As the temperature plummets, it can cause plants and other landscaping to die out. Pruning in the winter can help the tree guide its energy into new growth the following spring. Below are three reasons winter is the ideal time to call a tree trimming professional.

Why Trim Your Trees This Winter?

1. The Branches Are Easier to See

Now that the leaves have fallen off, it’s easier for a tree trimming expert to assess the structure of the tree. Timely pruning can keep trees from growing lopsided and putting extra strain on the root system. A well-shaped tree is more visually pleasing and can boost your property value. On a bare tree, it’s also easier to identify dead or dying branches that need to be removed.

2. The Trees Are Dormant

As temperatures drop, the tree begins to draw sap down into the roots and slows growth processes. This prepares it for the winter when it won’t have leaves to perform photosynthesis that is necessary for growth. As a result, any cuts to the tree’s branches will cause less stress to the tree. Additionally, the cold weather means that insects and diseases aren’t around to target the vulnerable cut.

3. You’ll Promote Healthy Growth in the Spring

By investing in tree trimming during the dormant season, you’re setting your trees up for a healthy growing season the following spring. Removing branches that are dying keeps the tree from directing energy toward them, so it can focus solely on the areas where growth is wanted.

4. Less Yard Damage

Professional tree trimming companies often use lifts to reach the uppermost branches of trees. While these lifts are handy, they’re also heavy, and they can tear up your yard if the ground is soft. During the winter, this machinery won’t cause any damage rolling across the frozen ground.

 

Do you need tree trimming or removal in the greater Cincinnati or northern Kentucky area? Contact Mike’s Tree Service for all your arboreal needs. Based in Cleves, OH, they’ve been handling storm cleanup, stump grinding, and pruning for over 25 years. To schedule a tree trimming visit, call (513) 353-0395 or visit them online to learn more about their services.