At Tree Barber, we receive many inquiries from people asking us about trimming their trees and when the best time of the year is to undertake this task. The answer to that question depends upon what type of tree it is – whether it’s a nut tree, a citrus tree, a pine tree, an oak tree, and so on. We encourage you to give us a call if you need some advice about when you should trim your trees. We would be able to share a few tips regarding the optimal time of the year to trim some of the most popular trees found in San Diego County.
Hong King Orchid
For those who have Hong Kong Orchid trees, the best time to trim these trees is during the summertime. This is because these trees go into a semi-deciduous mode during the summer months, when most other trees are in full bloom.
Pine Trees
If you have pine trees, don’t trim them during the hottest part of the year. Instead, wait until the coolest time of the year, as this will prevent them from dropping too much sap. Plus, when pine trees are trimmed during the warmest time of the year, it puts tremendous stress on the trees, jeopardizing their health.
Fruit Trees
The best time of the year to trim fruit trees is during the dormant season, which runs from December or January (best) until mid-February. When fruit trees are pruned during the summer months, it slows the fruit ripening process and exposes the fruit to sun damage. However, summer pruning can be done right after harvest to slow down overly vigorous trees or for large fruit trees.
Deciduous Trees
The optimal time to trim most deciduous trees (trees that lose their leaves in fall or winter), such as Chinese elms and fruitless olive trees, is during the growing season from spring into summer. You can keep the trees at the size you want and ‘in bounds’ so they fit within their given area. If you wish to do some serious limb removal on deciduous trees, wait until they’re dormant during winter.
We are proud to help North County San Diego residents and business owners care for their trees as we’re committed to the local community and our environment. The tree professionals at Tree Barber are always happy to answer any questions about the trees growing on your property, so just ask! Our owner is an ISA Certified Arborist #WE-1087A, which means he’s a tree expert who has passed a comprehensive examination developed by some of the nation’s leading tree care experts.
View our YouTube video to hear what Paul Rider, our Certified Arborist, says about pruning Hong King orchids and some of the other trees mentioned above.
More questions about pruning or trimming your tree? Feel free to call us today: 760-745-7871
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