![]() ![]() Removing deadwood from your tree helps prevent insect infestation.Pruning, much like watering, helps give your tree longevity future generations will be able to enjoy it.Thinning your tree makes the crown (top) healthier by allowing more air and sunlight to pass through it.Pruning helps ensure that your tree develops a strong form/structure and prevents breakage in the future.When you prune a tree, you are planning for the future, and with patience, you will ultimately have results that benefit generations to come. DENVER PARKS AND REC PROFESSIONALIt’s important to keep in mind that if you cannot safely prune your tree from the ground, it’s best to hire a licensed tree care professional since they use specialized equipment and have the necessary field knowledge. With this in mind, Denver’s Office of the City Forester is offering helpful tips for pruning. Pruning helps trees live longer, which allows them to grow taller and contribute to Denver’s urban canopy. With spring upon us, many residents are eagerly planning their gardens and starting to spruce up their yards. Our urban canopy keeps us cool, drowns out noisy neighbors and spruces up our air.By Paul Cancik, Urban Forestry Operations Assistant Paul Cancik, Urban Forestry Operations Assistant Our goal is to equip tree owners with the information they need to care for their trees through proper watering, mulching, pruning and more. ![]() Healthy trees also mean healthier cities-providing residents with all the benefits trees offer. Healthy trees are more likely to fight off pests like the emerald ash borer, as well as other environmental threats and pests. We’re committed to making it as easy as possible for Denver residents to plant new trees in their public right-of-way or replace ash trees that are at risk of EAB. Although the Be A Smart Ash program goal is to defend against the emerald ash borer, there are other ways you can Be A Smart Ash and support our urban canopy.
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