Have You Been Seeing Tree Branches All Over Your Yard? That’s a Sign it’s Time to Prune Your Tree. Here’s Why.

When a tree’s crown is so thick that not even sunlight shines through it, it’s a pretty clear sign that there’s limited visibility. If you can’t see the sun through a tree, then you definitely can’t see all of its branches. This poses a potential problem because it means that you’re unlikely to spot signs of disease or even decay in your tree while it’s early enough to treat.

One of the most common signs of decay on a tree is clusters of bare branches at the top of its crown. Sometimes, these dead branches can be surrounded by others that look perfectly normal. The thicker the tree, the harder it’ll be to spot clusters of dead branches that serve as warning signs of decay. By the time anything is visible, chances are it’ll be too late to do anything other than have the tree removed.

This is an easy issue to avoid; pruning key sections of a thick tree can help its branches grow stronger and give you better visibility to avoid serious removal-worthy issues down the line.

There’s a common misconception that thich trees are healthy trees, but that isn’t necessarily true. In reality, when a tree’s crown is so thick that you can’t see through it, it means that the branches at the very top are taking up the majority of sunlight and water, and that the branches in the middle and bottom of the crown are likely not getting enough. This can cause branches to fall off and die disproportionately, which isn’t just an eyesore; it can affect your tree’s growth and overall health in the long term. Pruning is an easy way to rectify or prevent this issue.

Speaking of structural stability: in Florida, you can’t talk about trees remaining upright without talking about hurricane season. Hurricanes are a hallmark of life in Florida, which is an unfortunate but undeniable fact for homeowners all over the state. We can’t control the weather; the next best thing is to ensure that our properties are well-equipped to withstand it as safely as possible.

Pruning too-thick trees doesn’t just give all of your branches better access to sunlight and water. Pruning also helps to encourage stronger growth and overall stability. This, consequently, reduces the likelihood that your tree’s branches will become projectiles during a hurricane. Tree pruning is one of the most important precautions you can take to keep your trees upright during hurricane season. We encourage you to be as proactive about it as possible.

If you’ve got a too-thick tree on your property, the best thing you can do to promote healthy growth and structural stability is to have it pruned by an experienced professional. To get a free quote on tree pruning services, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.