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Early Spring Tree Pruning Basics

2/26/2021

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When is the best time to prune my trees? 
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Regular pruning throughout the life of the tree promotes healthy growth, maintains the shape of the canopy, and reduces stress on the tree.  Dead, diseased and damaged branches should normally be removed right away.  One exception is Oak, which is susceptible to Oak Wilt disease, and best pruned while dormant. 
 
Early spring is an ideal time to identify branches and limbs requiring removal.  Some trees such as Maple may bleed sap, but this will self-seal and is not harmful.
 
“Proper Tree Pruning” published by the WI Department of Natural Resources illustrates some key pruning basics.
 
More resources:
  • Wisconsin DNR information on Oak Wilt
  • Wisconsin DNR Information on Firewood Rules
  • Wisconsin Horticulture – Extension Division – Trees and Shrubs​
4 Comments
Richard McKeon link
5/5/2021 05:18:49 am

Thanks for getting me back into the reading again. I really enjoyed the stuff you shared in the form of blogs. Keep writing!

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Get a quote link
2/15/2022 03:29:30 am

Excellent illustration; I will definitely check it out!

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castlehill tree lopping link
7/20/2022 03:27:51 am

A tree or shrub should always have healthy leaves, both inside and out. However, excessively thick external growth blocks light from penetrating the plant's core. The plant develops a thick outer "shell" when light is only available on its exterior surface, while its center remains "dead." This is especially typical in bushes that undergo frequent shearing. Sometimes, this "shell" keeps moisture from getting to roots that are directly beneath the plant. Additionally, the restricted air flow within thick foliage may cause moisture that collects on the outside leaves to linger. Foliar illnesses, which flourish in damp environments, may result from this. You may enhance light, rain, and air penetration to boost your plant's general health by thinning down thick growth.

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Site link
12/5/2022 01:46:04 pm

Very nice. Great info in tree pruning here.

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