Helping Your Trees Survive Winter
Northern climates experience a harsh winter. Ice storms, copious amounts of snow, and ferocious winds are seasonal occurrences that can damage people and trees. Prepare your trees for the severe winter season so they can thrive in the spring before it arrives. It will take some time (and possibly money) to prepare your trees for winter, but the results will be well worth the effort. The following advice will assist you in determining what your trees require and what you can accomplish on your own or with a reputable professional tree service.
Examine Your Trees
It’s vital to have a comprehensive understanding of the state of your trees before you begin. An arborist will be needed to assist with this, examining your trees, producing a report, and making recommendations. The arborist can inform you of any trees that need to be removed or give extra support for the winter. They can also offer additional guidance on how to get your canopy ready for the winter.
Prune
It’s time to start pruning your trees once you have a clear view of their condition. Pruning ensures healthy development when warmer weather arrives and protects plants from wind and snow load damage. Cut off the suckers (the spindly small branches that sprout out at the base of the tree) and any weak or dead branches first, then remove some height using clean, sharp tools. Use clean, sharp tools, and prune to the trunk. Although some beginners may manage lower branches, hiring professional tree care assures that your trees stay healthy and that you don’t get hurt.
Water
Unbelievably, trees require water in the winter. Although they are dormant, plants must be well hydrated before the earth freezes because snow melt won’t help much if the ground is frozen. When watering the area around the base of deciduous trees (trees with leaves), wait until all the leaves have fallen before the ground freezes. Watering the tree in the early fall continues to generate new growth, making it susceptible to an early frost or snowstorm. Coniferous trees only go into complete dormancy or lose all of their needles.
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