Late fall or winter is a fantastic time to take care of your trees. While many homeowners focus on gardening and lawn care in the spring and summer, trees and shrubs require extra care as the leaves change color and the weather cools.

While Bedford winters aren't as harsh as other parts of the country, you can still use Bedford tree care services now. If you have dead trees or branches that could fall during a storm, now is the time to remove them.

J Davis Tree Care Services has been expertly pruning and removing trees in the area for decades. Winter tree services require a trained eye and the proper equipment, so give our team a call if you have any trees that need attention. Here are some winter tree care ideas for smaller trees that you can safely handle.

 

Why Is Bedford Tree Trimming Important During Winter?

There are several reasons why winter is an excellent time to give your trees and shrubs some attention.

• The first reason is that the leaves have all gone, making it simpler to view and access the branches. We can select which branches need to be removed or how far back they need to be trimmed after a clear picture of the tree's structure and health. When specialists don't have to climb through heavy branches, tree pruning equipment is also easy to use.
• That the trees are dormant is the most important reason for pruning in the winter. If trees are clipped when they are growing in the spring or summer, they may not grow as much or as healthy as they could. Pruning in the winter will promote spring growth.
• Winter trimming is the ultimate reason for some diseases being more easily disseminated in the spring and summer. In the winter, the risk of disease spreading is substantially lower.

 

Protect Trees From Ground Frost

Even if it isn't the coldest day of the year, the ground might freeze once the sunsets. Trees and bushes that are young or smaller require special care from the chilly days and nights.

Cover young or small plants with a strong covering like burlap or a tarp to protect them. Ensure the material's edges are extended to the ground so that any extra heat is kept inside, and keep it loose to avoid injuring any branches. Potted plants, if you have any, should be brought inside for the winter.

Protect Trees With Mulch

Mulch is suitable for younger trees that don't need covering but need protection. Mulch from the store is fantastic, but wood chips and leaves also work.

Make a three- to five-inch-thick circle around the tree's base, extending two feet in all directions. Pro tip: don't mulch too close to the tree's base. Mulch preserves moisture and warmth, but if moisture cannot leave, it can cause rot.

Water

If it doesn't rain or snow for a long time, give young trees 10 to 15 gallons of water. The amount of water needed by mature trees depends on the tree's trunk width. Please get in touch with J Davis if you have questions about watering trees in the winter.

For trees and shrubs in your yard, it's best to hire a professional to trim them. In our upcoming article, we'll cover more tree trimming ideas for a healthy spring landscape.

 

Where to Find Winter Tree Care in Bedford

If your trees need attention during these times, you can quickly make sure you have the best; J Davis Tree Care Solutions is ready to help. We are the finest source for qualified tree care services in Bedford, from tree care to stump grinding.

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