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The Importance of Pruning Shrubs and Trees

pruningDon’t let your property’s vegetation get out of control

There are plenty of reasons not to prune back the trees and shrubs that populate your property: You might like the privacy that they provide or enjoy lounging in their shade on warm days; you might even be a fan of the “natural look” that’s so popular these days. However, most Austin-area homeowners let their vegetation get out of control simply because they’re too busy to take care of it themselves. We can help with that. Here are a few good reasons why pruning is a good idea in the first place.

It’s Good for Their Health

It sounds counter-intuitive, but smaller, less densely vegetated plants, shrubs and trees tend to be healthier than their overgrown counterparts. Spaced-out leaves allow more sunlight to reach beyond the canopy and nourish every single leaf. The same principle applies to rainwater: If leaves are too dense, plants’ root structures might have to stretch farther to reach the same amount of water. This is particularly important in drought-prone areas like Austin.

It Can Help Control Growth

Overgrown plants can violate local ordinances and may pose a direct threat to your house. For example, branches that touch your windows and walls can cause serious damage during storms or on windy days. They can pose an even more dire threat during periods of elevated fire risk. Although it’s debatable, many homeowners believe that smaller, tidier shrubs and trees are more aesthetically pleasing next to manmade structures.

It Can Extend the Lifespan of Your Plants

As your shrubs and trees age, they can lose limbs and branches as a matter of course. While nothing lives forever, you can extend your plants’ lifespans by pruning away dead limbs and allowing them to devote more energy to living ones.

ABC Home & Commercial Services: Your Source for Landscaping and Lawn Care in Austin

Are you ready to tame your trees and shrubs? If you’re too busy to do it yourself, you don’t have to keep putting it off. Our landscaping professionals are happy to tackle whatever pruning and lawn care jobs you can throw at them. To learn more about how we can turn your property into the envy of the neighborhood, give us a call at (512) 837-9500 or fill out our website’s contact form.

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