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Prune A Bradford Pear

Superior Arbor Management, Inc. • Jul 19, 2017
Prune your Bradford Pear Trees

There’s nothing that says spring quite like the blossoming of a Bradford pear. The beautiful white blooms that these trees produce is a sight to behold, and is signal to many people that warmer weather is on the way.

 

To make sure their Bradford pear looks great year after year, many homeowners are interested in pruning. However, if you’ve never had to prune this type of tree before, you want to make sure you understand the process. Learn why you need to be sure to prune a Bradford pear and find out how pruning is easier and more successful with a local tree service.

 

Why Pruning is Important

 

In some instances, tree pruning is only necessary to maintain the appearance of the tree or to remove damaged or dead limbs. However, for Bradford pears, pruning is vital to the long-term health of the tree. As mentioned, Bradford pears can grow very aggressively, which results in branches overcrowding. While this isn’t necessarily a problem for younger Bradford pears, it can become a serious issue as your tree ages.

 

When a Bradford pear is allowed to mature without pruning taking place, the larger branches can crack and sometimes fall off of the tree. If you want to make sure your Bradford pear always looks its best, pruning is the best way to do so.

Pruning a Young Bradford Pear

The best time to prune a Bradford pear is early in its life. There are multiple reasons for this, but it’s primarily because pruning while the tree is young is much easier. The branches will not be as thick and will require less effort to prune. In addition, when you prune an older tree, damage to its shape and appearance is common, defeating the purpose of the process.

 

While you’re pruning your young Bradford pear, don’t be afraid to let loose a little bit. Proper Bradford pear pruning often leads to a large number of limbs on the ground, so you shouldn’t be alarmed. Your tree will come back much stronger the next blooming season after you’ve done the right amount of pruning.



Trimming Bradford Pear Trees


Bradford pear trees are a popular landscaping tree that can grow up to 50 feet tall and 30 feet wide. Trimming Bradford pear trees is important for maintaining their health, shape, and overall aesthetic appeal. When trimming a Bradford pear tree, it is recommended to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches, as well as any crossing or rubbing limbs.


Additionally, thinning out the canopy can help promote better air circulation and light penetration, which can improve the tree's overall health. It is important to note that Bradford pear trees should not be topped or excessively pruned, as this can lead to weak branches and a shorter lifespan. Therefore, it is recommended to hire a professional arborist to properly trim your Bradford pear tree.


 

Why Professional Help is Important

Although some homeowners choose to prune a Bradford pear themselves, it’s a much better idea to trust a professional tree service. Unlike some trees, correctly pruning a Bradford pear is a very intricate process, and is often too difficult for first time pruners. If you’re not aware of how to do the job properly, it’s possible to cause serious long-term damage to your tree.

A professional tree service, on the other hand, will know exactly how to prune your Bradford pear to improve its future appearance and health. They will also understand the differences between pruning a young tree and an old one, and will be able to complete either job much easier than you would.

Prune a Bradford Pear with Expert Help

If you’re looking for a tree service to help you prune a Bradford pear, look no further than Superior Arbor Management (SAM). We are proud to provide our services to our customers throughout North Georgia and are ready to work with you. SAM tree specialists understand the best way to prune a Bradford pear, and we can make sure your tree always looks its best.

 

Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Tim Costley

Tim Costley is the President of Superior Arbor Management, Inc. He has achieved the ISA Arborist Certification to provide the best possible tree care for S.A.M.’s customers. 


*ISA Certified Arborist #SO-1925A

*ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)

*ASCA (American Society of Consulting Arborist) Member

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