Proper Pruning techniques are vital when developing a tree to have an astatically pleasing form and strong structure. If provided from youth it will require less corrective pruning as it matures. Having the trees framework or scaffolds established early on will ensure a strong structure for the trees life span. While most pruning can be done year round to remove any damaged, weak, diseased or dead limbs, having your trees maintained before its spring growth spurt will maximize your trees growth and wound closure to keep it protected from harm caused by pests and disease which can be spread when wounds aren’t given the proper time to close.

Topping a tree is one of the single most harmful practices known in the tree care industry. Please know that Live Oak Tree Service will not provide or recommend the topping of any tree! While we will provide ornamental trims to previously rounded trees and shrubs our focus is maintaining a natural strong and healthy spread. Palms Trees are probably the most common victims of over pruning. Think of the crown of your palm tree like a clock. We practice proper 9 to 3 or 10 and 2 ratios when tackling any palm tree job! Hiring our experienced team will ensure that no spikes will ever be used on your palms and your palms will never be over pruned removing green fronds to 11 and 1 other wise known as a hurricane cut.