We don’t always have a choice. A tree that is leaning, badly damaged or diseased, or compromised in a storm must be removed right away if it is threatening homes, buildings, or people. When you do have the option of scheduling tree removal, however, dormant season is best.
In Northeast Ohio, waiting until deciduous trees are free of leaves and the ground is firm presents the best time to both remove and prune trees. Late winter to early spring is considered dormant season, but early or mid-winter can also be appropriate if temperatures are cold enough to make the ground firm and provide the best environment for pruned trees to heal.
Reasons to wait for cold weather to remove trees in Akron OH
- You may be able to save the tree – When a tree is free of leaves you will be able to better see damage or disease and possibly work to save the tree with strategic pruning rather than removing it.
- Removal is easier without leaves – A tree has significantly less weight and is easier to manage without leaves, making removal and cleanup easier.
- Diseases, pests, and insects are dormant – Diseases and insects are also dormant during cold weather, so there is less chance of spreading disease and insect infestation to other healthy trees and plants.
- Less damage to other landscaping – Removing trees involves heavy equipment and removing large branches and sections of the trunk, all of which can damage flowering plants and cause ruts in soft ground, ruining your lawn.
- Your yard is ready for spring – Whether you are removing or pruning a tree, your yard is ready for new spring growth as soon as the weather breaks.
Tree pruning in Barberton and Norton OH
If you aren’t sure a tree must be removed, your local tree expert can help you decide. Sometimes pruning can save a tree, but consulting a professional, such as Linger’s Lumberjacks, can advise you on proper techniques and which season will give your tree it’s best chance of survival.
Consider the following tips:
- Trees should be pruned after all their leaves have dropped and nighttime temperatures are near freezing.
- Remove only what is necessary.
- Don’t prune flowering trees until after their spring bloom.
If you have questions about removing or pruning a tree in your yard, or you need expert tree removal in Summit County and the surrounding area, contact Linger’s Lumberjacks for a free estimate. Click here for information about all Linger’s tree care services.