Tree pruning can be described as the shaping of branches in harmony with the health of the tree and the structures surrounding it. Several types of intervention are possible when it comes to pruning a tree: sanitation pruning, structural pruning, training pruning, fruit pruning, etc.
Some tree species require more regular maintenance than others. For example, American Beech trees are among those that require regular phytosanitary pruning every 3-4 years, as their growth generates many dead branches that become harmful over time. Trees near buildings also need to be pruned more often, as their structure needs to be adapted to their environment over the years.
In addition, an important aspect that may require the attention of an arborist is training pruning for juvenile trees. This preventive pruning, carried out by our certified tree pruner, focuses on the selection of branches when the tree is still young, to effectively guide its future growth and guarantee its health. Finally, the aesthetics of your yard’s canopy remain an important consideration when opting for our arboricultural services.
In fact, thinning or raising the crown are good options for improving the appearance of your yard and letting in the light blocked by superfluous branches. In short, pruning offers a wide range of solutions to keep your trees healthy, while shaping them to your reality for a hassle-free cohabitation. Our pruning teams are specialists in understanding your trees, and can advise you on their needs. They’ll inspect the slightest weaknesses that could cause damage during bad weather, and provide solutions to your needs. Request your free quote today!
A question our customers often ask us: when is the best time to prune a tree? The truth is, any time is generally a good time to prune problem trees. With the exception of certain species, all seasons are good for cutting branches from trees. However, at Arbo Rive-Nord, we don’t recommend pruning during long periods of heatwave or drought.
The term pruning or trimming a tree is often used to refer to pruning. We often confuse the two, but we’re unknowingly referring to ancient techniques and ways of doing things that have evolved over time. For a trained arborist, pruning means cutting off the top of a tree. However, this creates a whole host of structural problems and is detrimental to the tree’s long-term health. In fact, when a tree is pruned so drastically, its natural growth is impaired, its ability to withstand the elements is reduced, and the trunk is exposed to poor healing from the cuts. First of all, it’s important to understand that all topping is avoidable. First of all, our tree trimmers know every tree species, so they’ll be able to find an appropriate solution to the problems you’re facing. That’s how tree pruning distinguishes itself, by working with the tree, respecting its limits and giving it a chance to recover from the operation. Nevertheless, in Quebec, calling a tree pruner a trimmer is very common, and we don’t make a big deal of it. All in all, it’s important to differentiate between the techniques, because tree pruning itself is harmful to the health of trees, and we still see these practices in our neighborhoods today. That’s why understanding this nuance is important to Arbo Rive-Nord and to all self-respecting arborists.
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