It can be upsetting to see our gentle outside dwelling friends have to go through a heavy snowfall or damaging storm. As the ones who care for them, we want nothing more then to help our trees in some way. It is hard to witness the load they have to endure with the weight of snow or ice on their out reached branches, forcing their branches sometimes past their limits. Can you prepare your trees and shrubs for unpredictable weather? Yes, you can. It starts with proper care and maintenance before the season hits. Make sure your trees are prepared to withstand such weather, by properly pruning for weight reduction and removal of hazardous, dead or weak branches. Consider Pruning branches away from structures as well, this is a great precautionary measure in the event that the the tree is unable to withstand sever weather. It maybe hard to resist, because of our desire to help our trees, but shaking the snow off trees is never a good idea. Shaking the tree can cause damage to the trees circulatory system, putting branches at risk of damage or complete breakage. If you must remove the snow from the branches it is best to lightly brush the snow off without putting extra stress on the limbs. It is always wise to proceed with caution, keep in mind branches may have already been compromised by the extra load of the snow, creating a potential hazard of them falling while snow is being removed. The unfortunate reality is the weight of the snow and ice has the potential of causing broken or damaged limbs. These limbs can pose a hazard to people and their property. If your tree has broken limbs, caused by the weight of the snow and ice, have it removed as soon as the weather allows. Be sure to inspect your upright evergreens and older trees after a snowstorm, because they can be hit the hardest by a heavy snowfall, undergoing sever damage. Be sure to inspect trees when conditions are safe and when in doubt call a professional; to assist with the inspection and remove any hazards safely. The Kings’ Tree Care, here for all your tree care needs! Providing services, with safety first! Leave a Reply. |
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April 2020
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