Tag: tree pruning

A mature shade tree can transform your property, boosting curb appeal, cutting summer cooling bills, and giving your outdoor space unmistakable character. Yet, without routine care, those same majestic branches can quietly jeopardize your home’s primary defense systems: your roof and siding. Homeowners across Greece, NY, and greater Monroe County frequently discover that storm preparation…

When homeowners look up at the mature oaks, sugar maples, and ornamental dogwoods framing their yards, words like “trimming” and “pruning” are often used interchangeably. However, in professional arboriculture, tree trimming and tree pruning serve entirely different purposes, rely on different cutting techniques, and are carried out at distinct times of the year. While trimming…