3 Tips to Prepare Trees for Storm Season
We all fear a storm. We worry about how it's going to affect our area and those around us. In the southern states, especially with the hurricanes we've had recently — preparedness is more important than ever. The amount of trees that are susceptible to damage during storms will vary from place to place. And there may be things you can do before a major storm rolls through your area to prepare your trees as best you can. 1. Prune Your Tree Before Storm Season If you've ever seen a tree lose its leaves in the middle of summer because it was too big for its root system or because it wasn't pruned well enough, then you know how important it is to prune before storm season begins! It's not just about cosmetic reasons either; if your tree loses leaves because it hasn't been properly pruned, it won't be able to absorb as much sunlight as it would if it were trimmed correctly each year. You can prepare your tree for storm season by trimming branches that are touch...