When Is the Best Time to Prune Trees?
Pruning is when particular branches are removed from shrubs or a tree. Doing this at the correct time of the year means they’ll be kept in excellent condition.
When a branch is unhealthy, injured or dead it will need tree surgery straight away. However, if it’s to look aesthetically pleasing, to shrink a plant growing too big or to rejuvenate a tree that has aged, then preferably you shouldn’t do it until either later on in the winter or the start of spring as less damage will be done. Dormant shrubs or trees can be worked on by tree surgeons at this point, as there is less disturbance on the plant. Until they wake for the spring, any lesions can heal, particularly before the next winter.
When a tree is dormant, it is much more straightforward to prune it. Leaves will not obstruct sight, and the branches are more noticeable. Preferably pruning should commence before any plants sprout. Sap can escape if pruning is done at the start of spring, but this is not usually something to worry about. However, if there are any concerns, then it is always best to get advice from a professional. Call us for a full advice service on your trees, or if you require Tree Surgeons in Wokingham.
