We all know that trees require sunlight for process of photosynthesis to take place. But can trees get enough energy from the sun on overcast days to achieve this? Now that summer is fading out, you might notice less sunny days. But not to worry; your trees are biologically programmed to withstand and adjust to seasonal changes, whether evergreen or deciduous. However, there are plenty of things you can do to further protect your landscaping trees as the weather continues to change this year.
Continue reading to learn some fundamental tree care tips that will keep your trees in good health even in times when the sun is not as strong.
Basic Tree Care for Homeowners
Here are some basic tasks you can do to ensure your trees are transitioning from season to season in a healthy way:
✅ Let Nature Take it’s Course
As for sun and water, your trees, both conifers and deciduous ones, are biologically prepared to handle the changing conditions. This includes less sun and water. If you notice some issues with your tree, it would be wise to have them inspected for disease or infestation. Many summer tree problems can be resolved by spring. See our blog, “3 Summer Risks That Can Kill Your Trees” to learn what you need to look for in your landscaping.
✅ Pull Your Weeds
Weeds are not good for trees. They can obstruct tree growth in a variety of ways, but mostly by hogging up all the water supply. One of the easiest tasks for tree care is pulling weeds. This is especially important for newly planted trees. Simply check around the base of your trees on occasion for weeds, and pull any weeds that are within five feet of the tree base.
✅ Prune in the Fall
Around 25% of a tree’s crown should be pruned on an annual basis, but should never be over pruned. Over-pruning can kill the tree, or make it look very ugly. It is recommended to remove only a small percentage of the live parts of the tree at one time. Weak or declining trees will require less pruning or none at all. When it comes to pruning trees, use a professional tree care company for safety and precision.
✅ Fall Preparation
As summer comes to an end, you will need to begin your seasonal preparation. This includes cabling and bracing young, fragile, or vulnerable trees. As the seasons change into harsher weather, the cabling and bracing protects trees from strong winds, storms, and more.
✅ Winter Preparation
Wrap the trunks of young or newly-planted trees in the fall to better protect them from winter elements. Use store-bought wrapping strips and apply them to the trunks of trees by winding them upwards like the stripes on a candy cane. You can find several different types of trunk wraps at your local gardening store.
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