05/07/2024
Make Hay when the Sun shines. Another useful saying could be Prune Deciduous Trees in Winter in the dry. With dry weather forecast from Sunday this is an ideal time for pruning. Look for branches that have crossed over and rubbing against each other. If left unattended they may end up like this one pictured, creating an entry point for pests, diseases and rot. Consider keeping trees near buildings below the roofline to avoid leaf build up in your gutters. Looking ahead for the next year of growth, try to avoid trees getting too close to buildings. Try and make your cuts sloping to let the rain drain off them easily. For large heavy branches, to achieve a nice, neat cut prune back the weight of the branch first before making the final cut. Under cut, then top cut on the other side just like felling a large tree. Some trees such as fruit trees have very specific pruning requirements. I would be happy to give advice or get the job done for you if you like. See https://www.changeuplandscaping.com/ for contact information.
