Tree Pruning & Trimming

Generally whenever an organ of any living thing is chopped off it hurts them or there can be life dangers also. But for plants it is just the opposite. For the healthy growth pruning of tall trees is a must. Though it is generally advisable to the home gardeners to plant small bushy trees. But if you prefer tall trees it requires pruning after a defined span of time.

But one thing about the plants is same as that of the human beings. They are able to able to heal their injuries and lead a healthy strong life if they are given little care. Pruning of trees are required for their abundant growth of also for safe living. But if you find the trees doesn't come across you safety measures you can also leave them in the same way and provide a home for birds and insects.

Some ways of pruning trees in home garden
Crown lifting / crown raising In this process of trimming you have to remove the branches from the lower part, and also branches from the side. The lower part of the plant from where the branches come of the tree is should be 3m above the ground. This will provide enough sunlight and air at the ground level of the and also give space to people so that they can loiter under the tree.

Crown thinning: A selected portion of the growing part of the selected branches is removed which can also be said as thinning of the crown. This method of trimming out door trees also allows the light and air to enter the ground level of the plant.

Some don'ts to be taken care while trimming outdoor trees