Master Pruning Oak Wise Design

Master Pruning
	Pruning of woody material and ornamental trees is critical for their health and your enjoyment. There are two basic approaches to pruning that Oak Wise Design employs. Structural pruning is performed for the health of the plant to eliminate weak, unhealthy, and improper growth. Aesthetic pruning improves the visual appearance of the plant by eliminating crossing branches, opening up dense growth, shaping to a desired form or height, as well as correcting many other visual issues.
Important Facts About Shrub Pruning Contrary to popular belief, proper shrub pruning is not clipping, trimming or mindless shearing. The art of it lies in knowing how to accommodate the plant’s physiological needs with whatever aesthetic look you are trying to achieve. One common error is to concentrate solely on the shrub’s exterior surface. Depriving the inner structure sufficient light for photosynthesis usually leads to the “hollow shrub” syndrome we have all seen and a much shorter lifespan. We believe that natural pruning is best for most applications. We hand prune to reveal the branch work within the shrub. This creates a very attractive three dimensional view and also promotes dense foliage and good health. We can also prune damaged shrubs for rejuvenation, a special care technique that can be highly effective. REASONS FOR PRUNING Prune to promote plant health. Remove dead or dying branches injured by disease, severe insect infestation, animals, storms, or other adverse mechanical damage. Remove branches and branch stubs that rub together. Avoid topping trees. Removing large branches leaves stubs that can cause several health problems. It also destroys the plant’s natural shape and promotes suckering and development of weak branch structure. Prune to maintain plants; intended purposes in a landscape, such as: encouraging flower and fruit development, maintaining a dense hedge, or maintaining a desired tree form or special garden forms. Prune to improve plant appearance Appearance in the landscape is essential to a plant’s usefulness. For most landscapes, a plant’s natural form is best. Avoid shearing shrubs into tight geometrical forms that can adversely affect flowering. Alter a plant’s natural form only if it needs to be confined or trained for a specific purpose. When plants are pruned well, it is difficult to see that they have been pruned! Prune to: control plant size, keep evergreens well-proportioned, or remove unwanted branches, waterspouts, suckers, and undesirable fruiting structures that detract from plant appearance. Prune to protect people and property. Remove dead branches. Have hazardous trees taken down Prune out weak or narrow-angled tree branches that overhang homes, parking areas, and sidewalks — anyplace falling limbs could injure people or damage property. Eliminate branches Eliminate branches that interfere with street lights, traffic signals, and overhead wires. REMEMBER, DO NOT attempt to prune near electrical and utility wires. Contact utility companies or city maintenance workers to handle it. Prune branches that obscure vision at intersections. For security purposes, prune shrubs or tree branches that obscure the entry to your home.

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