Why Your Trees Need Pruning: The Art of Proper Pruning

Learn How to Properly Prune a Tree from the Westfield Tree Service

You may think it’s sufficient to let nature run its course when dealing with the trees on your property. Many of the mature, beautiful wooded areas have graced the landscapes of Watchung, Summit, New Providence, and the surrounding towns for decades. But, proper service is crucial to the survival of your trees. In fact, often times, services need to intervene to ensure your trees are healthy and able to thrive.

At Colorscapes, we care about trees. We are passionate about protecting your lawn’s greenery not only for the visual appeal but for health of the environment as well. Each and every person on the Colorscapes team is highly knowledgeable, thoroughly vetted, and takes pride in restoring trees and shrubs to how nature intended them to be.  Our tree care specialists do everything possible to improve the tree’s health and prolong its life.

Our experience with specific trees

When pruning, trimming, or shaping trees, understanding the needs of specific varieties is crucial. You cannot use the same techniques with an oak tree as you could with a Japanese maple, and pine trees require different care as well.

The Colorscapes crew are extensively knowledgeable about the various types of trees in New Jersey. We know how to handle each one on a case-by-case basis, employing the most beneficial tactics and methods to ensure gets the care it needs.

Mature tree pruning across NJ. We are experienced at the “Art of Proper Pruning”

Our area’s,  most beautiful trees are a result of our work.

Mature trees are older, taller trees that have been growing for quite some time, usually before the homeowner acquired the property.  Many tree service strip the trees of their interior growth. We Shape the tree only removing what is necessary for the continued health of the tree and safety of your home.

Additionally, thinning, the removal of live branches to reduce density, significantly reduces wind resistance and subsequent storm damage. Keep in mind, however, that thinning should only be done on trees where the crown (the top of the tree) is too dense—Colorscapes have training and experience to evaluate this attribute.   

Young tree pruning service working throughout New Jersey

Pruning young trees, known as developmental tree pruning , is performed for structural enhancement and to ensure the tree has a desirable branch architecture. Proper pruning of trees when they are young reduces the potential of costly problems down the line.