Surrey Tree Trimming and Tree Pruning
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Tree Pruning and Tree Trimming by a professional West Vancouver tree company.
Pruning is for more than achieving a nice looking tree. North Shore Tree Pruning is used for improving the overall health and longevity of your tree. Tree Pruning encourages growth and helps to repair damage to your tree. Be sure to not over prune your tree as this can kill it. A professional Tree Contactor will be able to assess your specific needs discuss what is needed to encourage growth and maintain the structure of your trees. Step away from the saw! There's more to tree trimming than just cutting off branches and limbs. Tree trimming West Vancouver or pruning is an art which relies on plant physiology principles. In the most basic terms: pruning is the removal of structurally weak limbs or dead branches in an effort to improve the health of the tree overall. Pruning can be dangerous. Lack of knowledge and the proper equipment can result in injury or property damage. Don't compromise your personal safety! |
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Tree Pruning West Vancouver
When should you prune a tree?
Late fall or even winter is typically the best time to prune. This is known as the dormant season. Please note: dead tree branches can be removed at any time. When you prune during this dormant period, you essentially minimize tree sap loss and reduces stress on the tree. Insect infestation and fungal infection is minimized during this time as well. For deciduous trees, it’s easier to prune when the leaves have been shed thus allowing you to see the shape of the tree.
Proper tree pruning is possible throughout the year. During spring, pruning may result in bleeding however, the tree will not be affected. Winter is ideal for pruning. Wounds which may occur will only be exposed to the elements until spring when new leaves and tree growth begins.
Late fall or even winter is typically the best time to prune. This is known as the dormant season. Please note: dead tree branches can be removed at any time. When you prune during this dormant period, you essentially minimize tree sap loss and reduces stress on the tree. Insect infestation and fungal infection is minimized during this time as well. For deciduous trees, it’s easier to prune when the leaves have been shed thus allowing you to see the shape of the tree.
Proper tree pruning is possible throughout the year. During spring, pruning may result in bleeding however, the tree will not be affected. Winter is ideal for pruning. Wounds which may occur will only be exposed to the elements until spring when new leaves and tree growth begins.
Tree Crowning
Tree Crown Cleaning
West Vancouver Tree Crown Cleaning is the process in which dying, diseased or dead branches are removed from the crown of the tree. This process is slightly different from crown reduction cause cleaning removes very little of the live crown.
Tree Crown Reduction
That tree in your way? No one wants their stunning Vancouver view blocked. In need of reducing the height or spread of a tree? Try crown reduction. This method is used to provide balance between the tree and it's local surroundings. Is that tree blocking your sun exposure? No problem. Tree Crown reduction West Vancouver can help reduce the shade spread. Unlike tree topping, crown reduction will result in a tree of the same shape but simply a smaller outline. Crown reduction does not suit all trees so our West Vancouver Tree Contractors will be happy to assist you with information to help guide your decision.
West Vancouver Tree Crown Cleaning is the process in which dying, diseased or dead branches are removed from the crown of the tree. This process is slightly different from crown reduction cause cleaning removes very little of the live crown.
Tree Crown Reduction
That tree in your way? No one wants their stunning Vancouver view blocked. In need of reducing the height or spread of a tree? Try crown reduction. This method is used to provide balance between the tree and it's local surroundings. Is that tree blocking your sun exposure? No problem. Tree Crown reduction West Vancouver can help reduce the shade spread. Unlike tree topping, crown reduction will result in a tree of the same shape but simply a smaller outline. Crown reduction does not suit all trees so our West Vancouver Tree Contractors will be happy to assist you with information to help guide your decision.
Why we do not promote Tree Topping
Some West and North Vancouver homeowners have a majestic and spectacular view. Trying to enhance this view by topping trees is not the answer. This "heavy handed" tree service is not typically practiced anymore. We will recommend alternatives like crown reduction and pruning to assist with your landscaping, your trees health and your view.
4 Reasons Against Tree Topping:
Some West and North Vancouver homeowners have a majestic and spectacular view. Trying to enhance this view by topping trees is not the answer. This "heavy handed" tree service is not typically practiced anymore. We will recommend alternatives like crown reduction and pruning to assist with your landscaping, your trees health and your view.
4 Reasons Against Tree Topping:
- Causes unnecessary stress to the tree
- Can lead to tree decay
- Can lead to sunburn for the tree
- Increases risk to new, healthy limbs
