Did you know that there is a certain window of opportunity to trim oak trees? Too many tree enthusiasts make the mistake of believing that you can prune tree branches all year long. Well friend this is not 100 % accurate. Technically a plant won’t stop you if you decide to trim all year long but you should know that it could potentially hurt the tree in the long run so please … don’t go overboard. Cutting back live branches is a skill that a person should have and requires a good amount of understanding of arboriculture. Before you pick up your pair of heavy-duty shears, Please make sure it’s the right time to prune your beautiful oaks.
Try Climbing Trees During The Summer Not Trimming Them
The Risk of Summertime Oak Tree Trimming
Have you heard of the fungal disease called oak wilt? Most people have no clue what this is. Oak wilt is a serious and dangerous fungal disease that can make the strongest of trees take a turn for the worst no matter how strong they appear to be. This disease occurs when pruning trees during the absolute wrong time of the year. That’s right we are talking about good ole summertime.
Little tiny sap beetles between 1/8 and 1/4 inch long, spread oak wilt from tree to tree, and are most active from April to August. These little guys are on a mission to seek out your oak tree that has been freshly cut and they leave behind a rapid spreading fungus that is often fatal for the tree.
What Are Oak Tree Pruning Ordinances?
If you prune a large oak tree without the right paperwork from your city, it may end up costing you tons of hard-earned money. We suggest that you always speak with a Certified Tree Specialist in your area to make sure that you don’t need to obtain any permits. These rules not only save the trees you love so much, but they also protect the community
