Saturday, September 6, 2014

General Tips About Tree Trimming

By Kerri Stout


There are many reasons why it is important to trim trees around a home, streets, and even the park. Of all the many reasons that exist, three of them matter the most in most situations. Tree trimming is mostly done to improve safety, aesthetics, and health conditions of the trees, people, and environment as a whole. This article explains the three reasons for trimming and gives general tips about the process.

If trimming is done properly, the aesthetics of the vegetation can be highly improved to suit various applications. The beauty of a property can be improved if the shape and appearance of trees around it is enhanced through proper trimming. However, unnatural shapes and sizes should not be imposed on the plants because that requires too much removal of plant body and foliage. Such removal may be more destructive than constructive.

Sometimes trees need to be trimmed or pruned to ensure safety of both human beings and property. For instance, branches that are weak or broken can fall off after sometime causing damage or injuries. Trees located on pathways or roads can also obstruct the vision of motorists and can easily cause accidents. Finally, tall trees with branches that grow too big can be a hazard if they are growing near utility lines.

In Spring Hill FL, it is the responsibility of landowners to call the power company and allow its workers to remove all vegetation growing near utility lines. Denial of permission to linemen to trim off vegetation near power lines is an offense that can cause one to be charged in the court of law. Damages and injury that are caused to a landowner as result of denial of permission to linemen are not covered by insurance companies

Trees are vulnerable to attack by diseases just like other living organisms. Any part of the tree may be attacked by disease including fruits, leaves, stems, and roots. Such trees may only be saved if the affected parts are trimmed off. Trees also benefit from improved airflow when they are trimmed at the crowns. Sometimes branches cross each other and start rubbing. Continued rubbing can cause them to fall unexpectedly hence they need to be removed.

The job can be dangerous especially to people who have no prior knowledge of what it entails. As such, if one does not feel up to the task, it is best to contact a professional service provider to do it. It is also very recommendable for the job to be done when the plant is in its dormant state. This minimizes the destruction done to growth and allows time for recovery before the growth season begins.

When trimming, the size of the branch being removed should always be considered. Only small branches should be removed. Big branches should only be removed when there is a good reason for the removal. The removal should mostly target weak branches with angles that assume a V shape. Strong branches should be retained.

One must pay special attention to the branch collars and branch ridges to avoid removing them. Trimming branches too long or too close to the stem should also be avoided. The stubs left should be short and nice looking when the job is completed. Finally, priority must be given to safety.




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