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3 Ways Over Pruning Trees Can Kill Them

14/03/2022 by JCTreeServices Leave a Comment

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Fancy yourself as a rather handy green thumb? That’s great, because as well as creating your own dream yard, gardening is great for your wellbeing, those plants and trees give you free, fresh food, and the cherry on the top is that it’s a lot of fun. But it’s crucial to be careful, too – particularly with your trees. Cutting or pruning those branches may seem simple enough, but the risk of over pruning must be addressed. Can simply cutting branches kill trees? The answer is yes. Here’s what you need to know.

Can cutting branches kill trees?

Before we get to the ‘can trimming a tree kill it’ question, let’s address something even more important. Can trimming a tree kill or harm you?

  • Risk of falling
  • Risk of being hit by branches/trees
  • Risk of electrocution
  • Risk of being injured by tools.

Of course, you avoid all of those significant risks by turning to the professionals from the off, as a trained arborist protects you, your family, your home & property and also the health and stability of your trees.

Even when it comes to something as apparently harmless as a spot of tree pruning or trimming, there are other risks to understand as well – such as how to trim a tree without killing it. Often, it’s a case of avoiding these 3 most common mistakes made when pruning trees.

Get it wrong and your next question might be how to tell if a tree is dying!

1. Pruning at the wrong time

Pruning in the winter – the less active season for most trees – tends to be less stressful for the tree itself, with healing more successful than before spring and pests less prevalent. It’s also easier for the person doing it to see the detail of the tree’s structure, whereas at other times – like autumn – will result in loss of new leaf and bud growth and greater energy demands for the tree.

2. Pruning incorrectly

‘Pruning’ is more than just hacking away at a branch. The most common pruning error is the so-called flush cut – when the branch is removed ‘flush’ with the trunk or larger branch it is attached to. Yes, it looks better, but the branch collar helps with the sealing and healing process. Get that wrong, and harmful pathogens and pests can invade. Even the opposite kind of cut – the stub cut – is incorrect, as the remaining branch prevents the necessary branch collar. Remove too much foliage and the tree’s very structure can be damaged, while the crown is left exposed to damage. Actually, there are several other ‘dos’ and ‘donts’ of pruning techniques, and only the experienced specialist is likely to know all of them.

3. Pruning with the wrong tools

No, whatever you’ve got lying around in the shed isn’t going to be enough. Arborists will only work with highly specialised and top-quality pruning instruments, including pruning shears, saws and loppers. Depending on the size and type of tree, a different tool will be necessary for clean, powerful, effortless cuts. Those who end up hacking away at a stubborn branch won’t just end the job exhausted and frustrated, but with a mangled up branch that’s now exposed your tree to the risk of poor recovery, disease, compromised integrity and pests.

4. Pruning instead of removing

Ask yourself why you want to prune a tree? If your answer is because it blocks a view, drops messy leaf litter over your house or is just too fast growing for its location, then you might save yourself time in the long run by instead looking for tree removal services nearby.

Avoid over pruning trees with JC Trees’ help

There are plenty of important reasons and benefits to consider for pruning a tree – but you really should leave this vital task to the experienced, qualified experts. Here at JC Tree Services, all our work is carried out to Australian and Queensland Standards – but there’s even more to it than that. Only arborists have a full understanding and hands-on experience of the full physical structures, growth patterns and other crucial features of the trees in your yard. Remember, every pruning cut is like a wound on your own skin, so be kind to your trees by giving the fully qualified experts at JC Tree Services a call today. You, and your trees, won’t regret it!

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Gaven, Gold Coast, Queensland 4211
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Jenny Ross
Jenny Ross
09:11 08 Mar 18
We used JC Tree Services to prune our trees and the guys done a great job! The staff are very polite, and cleaned up after themselves. Very competitive too. Thanks guys
Kathie Reynierse
Kathie Reynierse
03:16 05 Mar 18
Living on acreage with large trees, we called JC Tree Services, they came on time, did a great job & cleaned up after them selves. Very professional.
kara patterson
kara patterson
00:34 18 Dec 17
I contacted numerous tree removalists at this busy time of the year and JC Tree Services (Jez) were the only service to get back to me. His expert advice and thorough understanding of all things trees met all of my needs promptly and efficiently. I would highly recommend.
j rm
j rm
05:00 18 Jul 17
Quoted a very fair price, arrived on time unlike the other 4 local gold coast companys i called. The job was carried out and left clean and no damage to any other parts of my property! highly reccomended.
Paul Cormack
Paul Cormack
00:09 18 Nov 15
Highly recommend JC Tree Services. Arrived on time, price as quoted and they left the site tidy. Wish I had used them for previous tree removal jobs.
Wendy Edwards
Wendy Edwards
08:50 02 Aug 18
Arrived on time, all workers were polite and did a great job. Highly recommend these guys.
Flush Plumbing and Drainage
Flush Plumbing and Drainage
00:31 17 Aug 18
We have used JC Tree Services many times for tree pruning, hedge trimming and maintenance. Highly recommend Jez and his staff! The staff are always respectful and efficient. Nat & Jono
Kyra Owens
Kyra Owens
07:47 20 Jan 19
Highly recommend JC Tree Services. They are a very polite and professional team who didn't waste time getting the job finished. They left everything nice and tidy. We are very happy with our 'new-look' yard 😊
Sandra O'Neill
Sandra O'Neill
05:17 15 Feb 19
Jez and his team were great to deal with, very reliable and helpful, awesome job!
Liz Taylor
Liz Taylor
07:36 15 Mar 19
I contacted Jez, owner of JC Trees, as I needed an arborist report regarding a tree that was the subject of a neighbourhood dispute. Jez arrived on time and was very professional, knowledgeable and polite in his manner whilst assessing the tree. Jez’s report was excellent and pivotal in providing the necessary information required to secure the removal of this tree. During this drama Jez was always on hand to provide any further advice and information required. I couldn’t recommend any better arborist than Jez and JC Trees. He made a bad situation easier with expertise and experience. Top marks and many thanks. Liz Taylor
drew kearney
drew kearney
02:43 21 Mar 19
Jez came today as scheduled, did a superb job, and beat the other quotes out of sight!!! Strongly recommend, great work, great guy.
Brad Starlin
Brad Starlin
12:10 01 May 19
I was recommended to JC tree services by a high end landscaping company and now I also have zero hesitation with recommending Jez and his company. We had concerns with a lot of the large trees on our property which were running along our house and boundary fence causing damage. Jez has definitely impressed with his knowledge and overall workmanship including a follow up on how the job was completed. Jez and his team were on time, polite and showed excellence in the way they carried out the large job with ease. Will use again Great Service 5 Stars and would give more if possible
Samantha Veivers
Samantha Veivers
08:37 17 May 19
Very friendly and reliable, have used twice and have done a great job. Would definitely recommend!
Mitch Vercoe
Mitch Vercoe
11:27 01 Jul 19
Highly recommend these guys.
Matthew Brown
Matthew Brown
21:44 24 Jul 19
We had an issue with a large tree that we consulted Jez about. After issues with Council which Jez whent above and beyond with, we got the green light. The team did an amazing job even with tidying up some other trees and removing the very large tree. Apart from doing a great job, they also cleaned up afterwards. The team was great and nothing was a problem. I would higly recommend them and you should contact Jez first to get the right advice. Thanks.
90eja
90eja
03:50 26 Jul 19
We have used Jez and his team 3 times now to remove trees and branches at our place - they always do a great job and fit us into their busy schedule! We're so happy with the work JC have done at our place on the GC and highly recommend to all.
Kevin Champney
Kevin Champney
22:10 25 Aug 19
If you need any tree pruning or tree removals done, Jez & his crew are the team to go to. No task too big or too small, very affordable & they do a fantastic job. These guys are the best and are highly sought after. Both my wife & i highly recommend JC Tree Services. Kev & Kelly.
Brandon Bull
Brandon Bull
05:54 17 Oct 19
Jez and his team do an amazing job. They are very professional, organised, on time and competitive on price. Jez went above and beyond to accommodate our time frame. We could not be happier with the job they did. Kerry & Brandon
Lauren Probin
Lauren Probin
07:27 13 Nov 19
Jez and his team were fantastic. They were very particular and took a lot of care when pruning trees. They were receptive to feedback and checked in regularly for my opinion on various matters, which was appreciated. They left the yard nice and tidy. I highly recommend.
Susan Dodds
Susan Dodds
10:17 20 Nov 19
Jez and his team were on time, fast and friendly. Their quote was very competitive and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them or to use their services again.
Sar
Sar
11:22 06 Feb 20
Highly recommended Jez and the team. They did a great job, were efficient and well priced.
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