Healthy trees don’t just happen — they require the right care at the right time of year. Seasonal changes affect how trees grow, rest, and respond to stress, and understanding these cycles can help prevent costly damage while keeping your landscape looking beautiful year-round.
At Vicente Outdoor Living, we help homeowners protect their trees through proactive, seasonal maintenance. Here’s a simple, practical guide to what your trees need during each season — and why timing matters more than most people realize.
Spring is when trees wake up from winter dormancy and begin new growth.
Spring is ideal for identifying problems early before the tree grows heavily.
Summer brings heat, storms, and increased stress on trees.
This is also when trees are fully leafed out, making structural issues easier to spot.
Fall is one of the best seasons for significant pruning.
The cooler temperatures reduce stress and promote healing.
Winter is ideal for major pruning on many tree species.
Dormant pruning encourages strong spring growth.
Ignoring seasonal maintenance can lead to:
Seasonal care prevents long-term issues and improves tree health year after year.
Some trees react poorly to warm-season pruning.
Small issues become big problems fast.
Over-pruning stresses trees and weakens their structure.
This is a major safety hazard.
Early detection is the key to saving a tree.
Expert crews help by:
Professional care is especially important for large or mature trees.
Call a professional if you notice:
These are safety risks that require urgent evaluation.
Tell us what you’re noticing, and we’ll create a tree maintenance plan tailored to your landscape.
