Have you ever looked out your back window and stared at your trees wondering if they are healthy? You want to ensure they are healthy to keep your backyard as beautiful as possible.

But when you are not an expert at tree health, it can be hard to tell when your trees are healthy or when they need help.

You’ll find below the top ways to care for your trees to make sure they are healthy. If you are not sure how to do these things, make sure to hire a professional tree service to do them for you!

Consistent Tree Pruning

One way to ensure that your trees stay healthy is to keep them properly pruned.

Pruning is essential to keep a tree healthy and ensure diseases stay as far away as possible from affecting your trees.

Not only that, but it also can help with the following:

• Selective removal of branches for aesthetic purposes

• Keep away unwanted pests that can destroy the trees

• Help with other problems as well

It is best to prune a tree during the Summer and Winter months, but to take the Fall off as there are many fungi that can be spreading in the Fall, which could affect a tree after pruning.

A tree pruning arborist can help to keep your trees healthy.

Summer Trims

Summer trimming is also important for the health of your trees. There are several reasons for this:

• To get rid of loose branches after summer storms

• Clearing from power lines so the power lines are not downed

• Creates healthy growth

• Get rid of climbing vines that may be getting in the way of other trees or your house

While you may believe that you can trim a tree, it can also be dangerous to do so yourself. There are specific techniques to trim as well as knowing which part of the tree actually needs a trim.

Having a professional do a summer trim for you can save you time and energy, especially if you are unsure how to trim a tree.

Proper Fertilization

While sprinkling some fertilization here and there across your yard can be great for the health of your grass, that doesn’t necessarily help your trees stay healthy.

That’s where deep root fertilization comes into play.

This can help areas of soil that lack nutrients due to external factors like excessive raking or leaf blowing.

Tree Health Tips

Taking care of your trees is never easy, especially if you are not sure what to do or what you are looking for when it comes to tree health.

With these tips for how to care for trees, you know exactly what to do to keep them healthy. You also know that you can hire a professional to help you out with caring for the trees and shrubs in your yard.

At Maguire Tree Care, we ensure the health of your trees through a variety of services that we offer. Contact us to find out more about what we can do for you!