Professionally Assess Your Trees Before Winter Sets In
/Fall is a great time to take inventory of which trees need help to survive winter and which trees may cause a potential hazard to your home during a future winter storm. It’s a good idea to hire an arborist to help you make these decisions and help you prepare your landscape for winter and the following spring. “Preventative maintenance and some good cultural practices in autumn boost trees’ health and vigor during the winter and creates an encouraging growing environment in the spring.” (Purdue University)
“It’s advantageous to schedule pruning tasks after leaves have fallen. It’s much easier to see the branch structure of trees and deciduous shrubs in order to perform good selective cuts. Look for those non-beneficial plant parts and remove them. These include any dead, broken and crossing branches which can be removed.” (Purdue University) Removing dead or broken branches could prevent a dangerous situation once snow and ice settle in during winter. “Dormant pruning is done to remove any hazards before they can compromise the safety of your property and loved ones.” (Arbor Experts)
“Removing or pruning storm-damaged trees can be dangerous, but a professional arborist can perform the job safely while reducing further risk of damage to people and property.” (Treesaregood.org) Before you attempt to perform these maintenance tasks alone, consider hiring a professional to ensure it is done properly.
Browning Tree Service employs Joshua Browning ISA certified arborist license #KY-9849A who is a proud member of Indiana Arborist Association and International Society of Arboriculture, serving the West Lafayette and Lafayette, Indiana area!
Resources:
https://www.purduelandscapereport.org/article/fall-tree-care-tips/
https://www.arboristnow.com/news/Understanding-and-Caring-for-Trees-in-Autumn
