Spring Time Tree Maintenance in Mesa

Spring has sprung, which means gardening, lawn, and tree care galore will soon be in full swing. To get your trees ready for warmer weather and encourage their full growth potential, follow our spring maintenance tips below. When you need professional tree service in Mesa, from pruning to emergency removal, give the team at Bassett Tree Service a call.

Do an Overall Inspection

Winter weather may have caused your trees some trouble, so start by looking for any damage. Contact a professional arborist if a tree has damaged limbs or a split trunk to identify the best course of action. With the correct structural reinforcement, even badly injured trees can sometimes be saved. It’s best to take action early in the season to ensure that your tree has the best chance of recovery.

Start Pruning

Because both plants and pests are dormant in early spring, this is an excellent time to prune your trees. The lack of vegetation allows you to clearly see what you're doing. To limit the chance of infestation and promote a speedy recovery, prune dead, damaged, and diseased branches before the warm weather arrives. This is also a good time to remove any weeds and other debris around the base of your tree since they can take away precious nutrients.

Don’t Forget to Mulch

Spread a thick layer of mulch around the perimeter of your trees (approximately two to four inches deep). To prevent fungus growth, leave room around the trunk. Mulch is especially advantageous to young trees and saplings because it helps preserve soil moisture, regulate soil temperature, and limit weed growth. Mulch is also a great prevention tool for keeping ivy and invasive ground cover at bay.

Tree Services in Mesa

Our team of expert tree surgeons provides a wide variety of tree services in Mesa and the surrounding area. With more than 15 years of experience, you can rely on Bassett Tree Service for all of your needs, whether commercial or residential. We encourage you to give our team of certified arborists a call at (480) 745-2290 to chat about your tree questions or concerns, or to request an estimate for professional tree pruning, tree shaping, or emergency tree removal in Mesa or throughout Maricopa County.