3 Essential Fall Tree Care Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
3 Essential Fall Tree Care Tips Every Homeowner Should Know...
And how they keep your yard healthy all year long!
As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, your trees are quietly preparing for winter. While it’s easy to focus on raking leaves and cozying up indoors, fall is actually one of the most important times of year to give your trees some attention. Proper fall tree care helps protect them from harsh winter conditions and sets them up for healthy growth in spring.
Here are three essential fall tree care tips every homeowner should know:
1. Prune Dead or Damaged Branches
Removing dead, broken, diseased or heavy branches in the fall prevents them from snapping under the weight of ice and snow. Pruning also keeps your yard safe by reducing the risk of falling limbs during storms. Just remember: fall isn’t the time for major pruning—save heavy trimming or reshaping for late winter or early spring.
2. Water Before the Ground Freezes
Don’t let cooler weather fool you—trees still need water in the fall. A deep watering before the first freeze is especially important for young or newly planted trees, which don’t yet have extensive root systems. Schra Tree Care offers a supplemental Winter Watering Recharge Service to help your tree stay healthy during the dormant season. Since a tree’s water absorbing roots are primarily located in the top 12 inches of the soil, deep watering is the most efficient and effective way to reach the deeper, more drought-resistant roots as well as keeping the soil beneath the surface moist. This moisture will help sustain them through the dry Colorado winter months.
3. Fertilize for Root Growth
Fall is the perfect time to apply a fertilizer. While above-ground growth slows down, root systems are still active and absorbing nutrients. Fertilizing in the fall ensures your trees have the reserves they need to thrive when spring arrives. Schra offers a Winter Moisture Control Service that effectively manages moisture retention in the root zone. This service is a proactive solution designed to improve the resilience of your trees during the dry winter.
Caring for your trees in the fall isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s an investment in their long-term health and safety. A little effort now will help your trees withstand winter’s challenges and bounce back strong in the spring.
If you’d like professional help preparing your trees for the season, our team of certified arborists is here to help. Contact Schra Tree Care today to schedule a free fall tree care inspection and give your trees the protection they deserve!
