Last week we discussed some important tips when getting prepared for tree pruning or tree cutting in the Northern Beaches, along with some of the most searched tree species when it comes to DIY tree pruning.
We covered:
· Citrus trees such as lemon, mandarin and orange trees
· Olive trees
· Frangipani trees, and
· Avocado tree
If you missed that article, be sure to check it out later, here.
Don’t forget, Northern Beaches Arborist can assist if you require some assistance with tree pruning or tree services in the Northern Beaches, especially larger style tree cutting jobs.
This week we’ve got more handy hints and tips when it comes to other popular trees and tree pruning in the Northern Beaches.
Let’s dig in!
Tree Pruning Northern Beaches – Popular Tree Species | Continued
Keep in mind that tree pruning in the Northern Beaches is important as it assists with stimulating growth and maintaining tree structure and shape. Overall, the goal is to create a lush, full, growing and vibrant tree or plant.
1. Mango Tree
Mangoes are a tropical fruit, with tropical and sub-tropical regions of Queensland producing around half of Australia’s mangoes each year.
The remaining is grown in scattered regions over different times across the Northern Territory, Western Australia and New South Wales.
You might be looking to grow your own mangoes and if your tree has taken and is bearing fruit, that’s great news!
Part of caring for your mango tree and maximizing fruit production includes tree pruning in the Northern Beaches.
Depending on when your mango tree starts to bear fruit, the best time to trim or prune your tree is considered immediately after the harvest.
Keep in mind that a young mango tree will grow more in its first few years so keep at the tree trimming to keep your mango tree a manageable size.
When pruning or trimming, remove any dead or diseased branches and avoid pruning when you see flowers starting to bloom.
The basic idea when pruning a mango tree is to manage its height and improve flowering.
2. Bamboo
Spring and winter are considered the best times to prune your bamboo tree.
Bamboos are a wonderful plant, very useful for things like privacy screens, hedging or just as their own stand along plant.
Typically you can cut the bamboo plant anywhere you like depending on what purpose the bamboo has in your yard. But if you want to encourage new growth, avoid cutting below the nodal area. The nodal area is where new smaller branches emerge from existing branches.
If you need some help with bamboo tree trimming services, get in touch with Northern Beaches Arborist.
3. Fig Tree
A gorgeous fruit, the fig tree is very popular in Australia.
Prune your fig trees in the winter time, when the tree is dormant and before new leaves start to sprout.
The first two years of a fig tree’s life is the most important, when it comes to training and pruning your fig tree.
As the tree matures, remove suckers, deadwood and non-fruiting branches when tree pruning in the Northern Beaches.
Tree Trimming Services Northern Beaches
If your plants and trees are quite large or you need some extra help, get in touch with a certified and qualified arborist like Northern Beaches Arborist.
When attempting to perform tree pruning at home, remember to always wear protective gloves and clothing when working, along with using sharp shears or cutters to avoid severely stressing or damaging the tree or plant.
Northern Beaches Arborist can assist with your tree pruning, tree cutting or tree trimming services in the Northern Beaches.
Give us a call today!
Call: 0423 914 950.
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