When to prune trees

HERE ARE A FEW TIPS

• Trees that have just leafed out in spring could be weakened by pruning too early. Pruning in late summer will prevent weakening.
• Pruning for structure and form is best left until after the leaves fall and the branches can be seen clearly.
• Remove dead wood in the summer when leafless branches are easily spotted.
• Major pruning should not be initiated during “maple sugar time” (January through early March in most areas).
• Pruning for clearance should be done when branches are sagging to their lowest point