Proper Pruning

I've been seeing a lot of bad work lately. The best pruning job is not qualified by the amount of brush generated but by the subtle changes in the tree and good pruning wounds that are small, properly made and unobtrusive. Cuts made at the branch bark ridge following today's standards will heal faster than the old flush cuts. The skill of a good pruner is not the pile of brush but the careful and thoughtfulness of the work. Be sure when hiring someone to prune your trees that theybare qualified, properly educated and has the ability to get the job done without ruining your tree. Check the ISA or the TCIA for qualified companies and individuals.