Tree Pruning
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The Importance of Tree Pruning and Trimming
Tree pruning / trimming is an essential aspect of maintaining a healthy and beautiful landscape. Not only does it improve the appearance of your trees, but it also promotes their growth and safety. However, many homeowners are unaware of the proper techniques and equipment needed for tree trimming.
At Lannen’s Lawn & Sprinkler, we understand the importance of expert tree trimming and have been providing professional tree trimming services in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho for years. Our team of professionals is trained to properly prune and shape trees to promote their health and safety.
Services Included:
- Tree pruning to ANSI standards
- Crown thinning-The goal of crown thinning is to reduce the density of the foliage in the upper portion of the tree, while maintaining the overall shape and form of the tree.
- Crown cleaning-removing dead, diseased, or damaged branches from the crown, or top, of a tree
- Deadwood removal – Deadwood removal is a tree maintenance technique that involves removing dead, dying, diseased, or hazardous branches from a tree. This type of pruning is done for both aesthetic and safety reasons.
- Cleanup of tree debris
What We Avoid:
We make sure to avoid practices such as:
- leaving branch stubs
- making unnecessary heading cuts
- cutting off the branch collar
- topping or lion’s tailing trees
- removing excessive foliage
- causing damage to other parts of the tree
- using wound paint
- pruning without a valid reason
- climbing the tree with spikes.
This ensures that your trees are trimmed and maintained in the healthiest way possible.
Key Pruning Techniques
One of the key techniques we use is called selective pruning. This involves removing only specific branches that are dead, diseased, or damaged. This technique allows for the tree to maintain its natural shape and promotes new growth in the remaining branches.
Cleanup
After the tree trimming is completed, our team also thoroughly cleans up the debris using powerful blowers to leave your yard spotless. We take great pride in the final result and ensure that our customers are satisfied with their newly trimmed trees.
Environmental Benefits of Trees
Trees play a vital role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. They absorb carbon dioxide and other pollutants, which helps to improve air quality. Additionally, they provide shade and reduce the urban heat island effect, helping to lower temperatures in urban areas. They also aid in reducing soil erosion and flooding and provide habitats for a variety of wildlife.
Health Benefits of Trees
The presence of trees in our communities can also have a positive impact on our physical and mental health. Studies have shown that spending time in nature, such as in a park with trees, can lower stress levels and improve overall well-being. Additionally, trees can also help to reduce the risk of certain diseases such as asthma and heart disease.
Proper Tree Planting and Care
Proper tree planting and care are essential for ensuring the health and longevity of trees. This includes selecting the appropriate tree species for the location, preparing the soil before planting, and providing adequate water and nutrients. It is also important to regularly prune and maintain trees to ensure their safety and structural integrity.
