Do apple trees need to be pruned every year?

• <div><p>Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. </p></div>

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Q: What are the signs my tree is dying?

• <div><p>Early signs that a tree is struggling include premature leaf shedding and lesions or other strange markings. Peeling bark, dead or rotten branches on the ground, and a conspicuous lack of leaves can all be signs that a tree has started to die. By the time a tree starts leaning, it&rsquo;s usually too far gone to save.</p></div>

Q: How far back can you prune a plum tree?

• <div><p>Generally, you&rsquo;ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. </p><p>Never remove more than 30% of a tree&rsquo;s foliage during pruning&mdash;even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.</p></div>

Q: When should you remove a tree?

• <div><p>There are a few instances in which removing a tree is the best option. You might do this if the tree looks to be a major danger&mdash;potentially falling onto your home, your car, or other parts of your property&mdash;or it&rsquo;s diseased beyond repair. A tree that is growing too close to your house might need to be removed to prevent mold growth. </p></div>

Q: Do large trees increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes, healthy and well-placed large trees can boost property value by an average of <b>3% to 15%</b>. They improve curb appeal, offer energy savings through shade and wind protection, and are often considered by appraisers during home valuation. On the flip side, removing dead or hazardous trees can also increase value by eliminating safety risks. For the biggest return, choose low-maintenance, native species that thrive in your climate.</p></div>

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Excellent at trimming. And cut limbs after storm damage.
Lawn Son's Lawn Care
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Reviewed in July 2024
He was the only one who responded to help me. Very caring and quite reasonable in spite of traveling out of his way
Jess Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
They did a great job and were prompt. Good dependable equipment and very professional.
Lucky Luke Land Improvements
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Reviewed in September 2020
They were out within two weeks of the quote. The workers arrived at 6:30 a.m. and were completely done including clean up by lunch time! They also cleaned out two bathroom vents and installed screening to keep the birds from nesting there. Very happy with this service.
Aaron's Construction of Illinois, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2020
Was very satisfied with the job we dig it did for me. Very professional, was on time for my project, was satisfied with the price. Would hire them again and will recommend them to family and friends.
We Dig It
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Reviewed in January 2020
We were very happy with their service! Wish we had done this years ago!! Great customer service!!
Duct Dusters, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
worker and technician ( Osiel Nunez) went above and beyond expectations... we would recommend his services to anyone who needs work done
Mister Sparky of Gainesville
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Reviewed in October 2016
Product good.. Customer service STINKS.. Have called them 3 times and left a message for Marci about some part of the work that was not accomplished.. Still has not returned the call... very frustrating
AAA Window Siding & Doors
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Reviewed in December 2011
They were very professional, gave me a price for the new drive. They checked my computer to make sure that was my problem and they had the service completed the same day. I was very pleased and would highly recommend this company. They have offices in three other Illinois cities. They also sell...
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Early signs that a tree is struggling include premature leaf shedding and lesions or other strange markings. Peeling bark, dead or rotten branches on the ground, and a conspicuous lack of leaves can all be signs that a tree has started to die. By the time a tree starts leaning, it’s usually too far gone to save.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves.

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years.

There are a few instances in which removing a tree is the best option. You might do this if the tree looks to be a major danger—potentially falling onto your home, your car, or other parts of your property—or it’s diseased beyond repair. A tree that is growing too close to your house might need to be removed to prevent mold growth.

Yes, healthy and well-placed large trees can boost property value by an average of 3% to 15%. They improve curb appeal, offer energy savings through shade and wind protection, and are often considered by appraisers during home valuation. On the flip side, removing dead or hazardous trees can also increase value by eliminating safety risks. For the biggest return, choose low-maintenance, native species that thrive in your climate.

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