Tree trimmer and pruner in Victoriaville
Pruning and pruning are our most popular services. Except that few know that they are not the same thing. There is indeed some difference in their respective meanings, although in both cases it is about cutting sections of trees. It is in the way of approaching each of these tasks that what separates them lies.
Understanding the distinction between pruning and pruning First, the pruning. This technique is carried out with the health of the tree in mind and by developing a long-term, step-by-step plan. Each of the steps is therefore prepared with an eye to the repercussions on the evolutionary development of the plants concerned. This means that the actions are carried out with a certain amount of meticulousness, dexterity and thoughtfulness. No cut is left to chance. Arboricultural health is not the objective as such, but a consideration that accompanies any goal. If necessary, concessions must be made in terms of human needs. The idea of achieving them remains in force, of course, but not at any price. Next, pruning. This technique emphasizes the human objectives. The actions taken require more radical dexterity. If necessary, it is the health of the tree that suffers. Humans are in front of the tree. This is not a matter of whim. It must be understood that, on the contrary, the goal is considered to justify the renunciation. The traditional example is Hydro-Québec's pruners and their drastic cutting of tree tops or large lots of branches near power lines. Everyone understands the safety imperative that makes the action legitimate and explains why aesthetic considerations or tree health cannot be taken into account in this case. |
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Tree pruning
Now let's take a closer look at pruning. This operation is aimed more specifically at removing the lateral branches of trees or their tops. The objective is considered essential and must be achieved in the shorter term than for pruning. The operation is therefore less gradual, since it takes place over a shorter period of time. Sometimes, drastic cuts, such as pruning, cause a tree to experience a high degree of stress. The tree's development may be affected, and the plant may even ultimately die.
It is therefore important to reserve pruning for situations where it is essential. For example, when the safety of people or the structural integrity of buildings or considerable infrastructure are at stake. Pruning is also practiced to allow a superb view to be admired, so much is the value of the landscape. In addition, some owners are sometimes so committed to a project that they would prefer an immediate drastic pruning rather than having to postpone its completion. This way, they can install their swing in the desired place without further delay, where branches were preventing it until recently. In all cases of pruning, the possible consequences on a tree's health are not considered a reason to avoid the radical gesture: the objective is considered too important. Pruning is sometimes a lesser evil than felling.
It is therefore important to reserve pruning for situations where it is essential. For example, when the safety of people or the structural integrity of buildings or considerable infrastructure are at stake. Pruning is also practiced to allow a superb view to be admired, so much is the value of the landscape. In addition, some owners are sometimes so committed to a project that they would prefer an immediate drastic pruning rather than having to postpone its completion. This way, they can install their swing in the desired place without further delay, where branches were preventing it until recently. In all cases of pruning, the possible consequences on a tree's health are not considered a reason to avoid the radical gesture: the objective is considered too important. Pruning is sometimes a lesser evil than felling.
Tree trimming
Let's see what's more specifically about pruning this time. The technique is part of planning over a long period of time and is primarily concerned with the consequences on tree development. The pruner's actions are limited to what is absolutely necessary. He removes dead, diseased, broken or crossed branches and thus engages in unhealthy competition. Everything is done carefully.
Because of the long-range approach that pruning is, it can be done with a view to prevention. After all, it is the future consequences that guide what we do today. Thus, the process can help prevent future pruning.
In terms of objectives, these may include:
-to straighten up the slightly off-center bearing of the trunk;
-to give a more aesthetic silhouette to its tall plant;
-to make cuts that favour its good development, by removing dry sections;
-to allow the sun's rays to reach a specific area of the property that is too darkened by branches.
Whatever the goals of pruning, they are achieved by taking the necessary care and time, with patience, to preserve the good constitution of the plant.
Because of the long-range approach that pruning is, it can be done with a view to prevention. After all, it is the future consequences that guide what we do today. Thus, the process can help prevent future pruning.
In terms of objectives, these may include:
-to straighten up the slightly off-center bearing of the trunk;
-to give a more aesthetic silhouette to its tall plant;
-to make cuts that favour its good development, by removing dry sections;
-to allow the sun's rays to reach a specific area of the property that is too darkened by branches.
Whatever the goals of pruning, they are achieved by taking the necessary care and time, with patience, to preserve the good constitution of the plant.
