During summer, the trees in your yard resume their growth. Trees with blossoms bloom, while others produce dense greenery. As everything thrives, you can tell which branches — or even entire trees — aren’t healthy. If you’re planning to have trees cut down this summer, here’s what you should know.
Choose Early to Midsummer for Pruning
If you’re planning to prune and not cut down the tree completely, you ideally want to choose early to midsummer. During this time, tree growth slows. You can often detect problems like dead or diseased branches more easily.
You can also address problems before storms or high winds throughout the season can damage weakened branches. If you and your family will be outside more during the summer, this is an excellent time to make your yard a safe place to enjoy without worry throughout the season.
Evaluate the Tree’s Health
When considering whether to remove one or more trees this season, start by carefully assessing each one’s health, especially if you’re contemplating removal for something other than inconvenience or updating your landscaping. Look for the following signs:
- Large portions of the tree aren’t developing greenery.
- The trunk is hollow.
- The tree has a significant pest outbreak.
- The leaves are yellow or brown in the summer.
- The trunk has damage.
- The canopy is thinning a great deal.
Know That DIY Removal of Large Trees Can Be Hazardous
Removing large trees can be a major undertaking for a homeowner. In general, large trees require careful consideration and hard labor to remove. It’s a dangerous job, especially when you factor in the summer heat.
Understand That Some Problems Aren’t Obvious
As you’re evaluating the health of your trees, understand that not all problems are apparent. A seemingly flourishing tree can have concerns in its internal structure or root system that aren’t visible from the outside. Sometimes, you can tell by fungal growth at the base. That said, a tree service will be able to evaluate the tree and determine if any internal issues are developing without causing any signs on the outside.
Decide on a Course of Action for Stump Removal
Stump removal can add to the cost of removing a tree, but it’s a vital consideration. The stump will rot over time and draw pests, possibly close to your home. Therefore, before you arrange to remove a tree, decide on a course of action for the stump.
Summer is a time when some tree concerns become obvious. It’s also a season when new growth slows. Scheduling tree removal during this time makes sense for these reasons. If you choose to prune instead, aim for the beginning or middle of summer. If you have concerns or require tree removal services, contact Princeton Tree Care in Princeton, NJ.