Dormant Pruning
Benefits of Winter Pruning
Trees are less susceptible to insect and disease infestation.
Wound closure will be rapid and most insects and diseases are not active during winter months.
Healthier spring growth
Trees pruned during winter avoid mid-season stress and have all the stored energy to vigorously grow come springtime.
Better structure from improved visibility
Arborists can view the structure of the tree better without leaves. This means that trees pruned in the winter months benefit from improved structure as a result of increase visibility.
More accessibility with equipment due to harder ground
In certain cases, equipment has better access during winter months due to harder ground. This means trees are more accessible and can be pruned more efficiently in the winter months.
Prevent breakage during heavy springs snows
Those along the front range know that we get most of our heavy wet snow in March and April. Getting your pruning done before that time will remove hazardous limbs and reduce breakage during snow events.
