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Towering, intricate, and surprisingly sensitive, trees are among the most impressive living things on Earth. For Metro Atlanta property owners, trees are a central part of the landscape. These functional, living ornaments offer beauty, shade, cleaner air, and even increase property value. When it comes to caring for trees, especially trimming, there's a little more to the job than just grabbing some shears and going to town on overgrown limbs.
Tree trimming is both a science and an art. Done correctly, it keeps trees healthy, safe, and looking their best. One of the most common mistakes people make, however, is trimming at the wrong time. The right timing can depend on the species of the tree, the season, the weather, and even the time of day.
In this brief article brought to you by your local tree company, Driscoll Tree Service, we offer an abridged guide on when and why to trim different types of trees.
Let’s start with the most obvious factor: the seasons. Trees respond to changes in temperature and daylight, so the time of year dramatically affects how a tree reacts to trimming.
Wet or humid conditions can increase the chance of disease entering fresh cuts. This is why we say tree trimming during dry weather is best. Here in Metro Atlanta, where summers can be steamy and thunderstorms are frequent, timing your tree work for dry stretches makes a difference.
Moreover, avoid trimming during extreme heat waves. Just like us, trees get stressed when it’s too hot - and trimming adds extra strain.
As for the time of day, early morning or late afternoon is preferable, especially during the warmer months. Midday sun can dry out fresh cuts too quickly, while cooler parts of the day give the tree time to recover more gently.
Different tree species have different needs. Here are a few common trees in the Atlanta area and the best times to trim them:
With so many variables - species, season, weather, technique - it’s easy to see why professional tree service is often the smartest move. Whether you’re prepping your fruit trees for spring, trying to shape an overgrown maple, or cleaning up storm-damaged limbs, Driscoll Tree Service is available with quality and even emergency service.
We are proud to offer a wide range of services from tree planting and trimming to tree removal services. Call or message Driscoll Tree Service to speak with a member of our team today.
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