Follow Our ISA Certified Arborist Recommendations
Proper tree service maintenance will prevent trees on your property from falling down, prevent dead trees, prevent infections from spreading to other trees, prevent further damage to walls, pool equipment and prevent damage to property.
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January
Do not trim Ficus, Citrus, and any other frost sensitive trees right now. They still need their winter coats.
Now is a great time to trim trees like Ash, Elm, Chaste, Desert Willow, Peach, Nectarine, and Plum.
It is recommended to give Olive, Mesquite, Eucalyptus and Sumac a light pruning.
February
This month you should apply the 1st of 4 citrus applications
Trim Citrus trees between Feb 15- March 15. Do not trim before due to frost damage
The beginning of this month is the last month for heavy pruning for trees like Ash and Elm
March
This is the best time to prune Evergreen trees and shrubs.
This month is the last month to prune sun sensitive trees like Citrus and Ficus.
Pruning after March will not give the trees enough time to grow new foliage, to prevent sun damage
April
Good Month to plant. Soil temperatures are warm and that will increase root growth.
As temperatures rise, make sure your trees and plants have enough water. Do not over water
Make sure your irrigation settings are adjusted accordingly
May
This Month you should apply the 2nd of 4 citrus fertilizer applications.
Now is a good time to start trimming Date palm trees .
Give your Mesquite and Eucalyptus trees a light prune for the monsoon season in July and August
June
Good Month to start trimming Queen palm trees.
Trim Mexican Fan Palm after June 15th. This will ensure you get all the seed pods
Larger Trees should be pruned to avoid wind damage caused by the monsoons.
July
Trim California Fan palms after July 15th. This will ensure you get all the seed pods in one trimming.
Monsoon season is here or close by, strong winds can cause trees to fall. keep an eye on your trees.
If a tree tips over in a storm the roots are likely damaged and usually do not survive
August
This Month you should apply the 3rd of 4th citrus fertilizer applications.
Monsoon season is here, strong winds can cause trees to fall. Keep an eye on your trees.
If a tree or limb has fallen onto a power line, DO NOT attempt to remove it.
September
Good Month to fertilize your trees.
Stored nutrients from fall fertilization produce vigorous growth in the spring.
Most Evergreen trees can still be pruned this month, both hardwoods and conifers
October
This month you should apply the 4th and last of the citrus fertilizer application.
If the weather is not too cold, you can give most trees a light prune.
Make sure not to over prune, winter is coming
November
Now is a good time to give Olive, Mesquite, Eucalyptus and Sumac trees a light pruning.
Do not over water your trees, this can result in root rots. Allow the soil to dry out between watering.
Trim unwanted sprouts from the interior of your Citrus trees. This Makes it easier to harvest fruit
December
This is a good time to remove deadwood from any tree
You can also cut back most shrubs like Oleanders, Bougainvillea, and Lantana.
Start pruning deciduous trees like Ash, Elm, Chaste, and Mulberries
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