Correct pruning is an Arborist practice that can enhance the health, vigour and aesthetics of your trees and shrubs. Below are advantages to pruning in the colder seasons that are on the way.
During the colder seasons, most woody plants are dormant and so are the many diseases and insects that can potentially invade pruning cuts.
After leaves have fallen (depending on what species it is), it is much easier to see the plants overall form and structure. Damaged and diseased branches are more readily apparent when not obscured by foliage.
Pruning in the late summer or early fall can stimulate new growth. These may not harden off before the cold weather. It is not a concern during the winter.
Winter pruning is suitable for your plants, leaving them with new root and energy reserves to quickly heal wounds and support vigorous spring growth that will obscure the pruning cuts.
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