Don’t Hesitate to Remove Lower Tree Branches

It's not uncommon to see a small tree when you first plant it. For maximum impact, you'll want it to be as it is.

It then begins to grow. It soon becomes taller than your home and is covered with branches and leaves. Sometimes, you can't even see the structure of its structure while it's in full leaf. The garden below, which used to get full sun, has been completely shaded. The lower branches extend out over your lawn shading it and making it difficult to mow. You might be unable to see the beautiful view because they could block a path. This may not be what you expected.

Limbing up

You don't need to allow lower branches to interfere with your gardening and the use of your lot. You can remove lower branches as trees increase in height. This allows light to return to the tree and improves circulation. This is called limbing up or raising the crown. It does not cause any harm to the tree, and in fact, replicates the natural process in a forest area.

Most trees can be limbered in any season, but it is best to check with an arborist first. You can remove up to 20% of the tree’s foliage within a single year. You might want to prune the tree over a period of two or three years if it has many lower branches. If you have a tall tree, it is best to remove the branches at the bottom 7 feet (2 m) so that you and your guests can safely move under it without the risk of bumping into a branch. You'll likely want to remove 1/3 of the lower trunk and leave the remaining 2/3 intact.

Have you ever seen gardens amongst mature trees? Have a look! You will almost always find that the trees were cut to a significant height in order to let more light in. Low branches are not good for gardening.

Hire an Arborist or Do it Yourself

If the branches are not too far from the ground, you can prune them yourself. You should always wear a safety helmet if you are removing branches higher than your head. A certified arborist is better for larger branches or those that are difficult to reach. Don't hire amateur tree trimmers, who can cause more harm than good.

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