FAQs

Proper pruning offers multiple benefits for your trees. It enhances and maintains good branch structure, rectifies poor branch formation, minimizes potential hazards, allows arborists to closely inspect the tree, and improves overall tree health by eliminating dead, diseased, and declining branches.

No, tree topping is not healthy for trees. Regardless of the term used - 'topping,' 'heading,' 'tipping,' or 'dehorning' - removing large portions of a tree's crown is considered improper pruning. This practice is never advisable for a healthy tree.

Moss does not pose a danger to your trees. It's an air plant that doesn't harm healthy trees unless it completely covers the foliage, hindering photosynthesis. Unlike parasitic plants such as mistletoe, moss simply attaches to the tree's outer bark without causing harm.

Regular pruning naturally removes some moss. In Florida, it's normal to have some Spanish moss in trees. While moss can be manually removed or sprayed off, the process of removing it could potentially harm your tree more than benefit it, and can be quite expensive.

As a general guideline, shade trees typically require pruning every three years. For specific advice about your particular tree, please consult with us directly.

Yes, mistletoe can be fatal to your tree. It's a parasitic plant that deprives your tree of essential nutrients. If not removed, mistletoe will eventually cause the death of your tree.

Filling holes or cavities in trees is not recommended as it often causes more harm than good. This practice creates enclosed spaces where moisture, fungi, and diseases can accumulate, potentially leading to internal rot of the tree.

Fertilizing your trees is generally beneficial, especially in Florida's urban environment. Trees that are struggling or in decline may require additional fertilizer applications throughout the year.

The need for a permit varies depending on the tree. Many trees do require a permit for removal. To determine if your tree is protected, contact your local municipality (city or county) for their list of protected trees and size restrictions. Our company can assist you in obtaining the necessary permits when required.

Most trees can be trimmed at any time of the year, as the old saying suggests, 'when the pruners are sharp.' However, certain trees such as fruit trees, flowering trees, and ornamental trees may have specific optimal trimming periods.