Tree trimming or pruning is much more than the simple act of sawing off limbs and should be done regularly.

Tree trimming encourages strong growth, increases flower and fruit production, improves plant health, and removes damaged limbs. Over trimming can kill your tree. There is a proper way to trim a tree. Essentially, tree trimming should enhance your trees natural shape.

Reasons to trim your trees:

• Reduce risk of failure from dead or weak branches
• Provide clearance
• Reduce shade and wind resistance
• Manage tree health
• Manage flower or fruit production
• Improve aesthetics
• Improve tree structure
• Save a storm-damaged tree