Dormant Pruning: The Perks And Pitfalls To Keep In Mind
Most trees hit a dormant phase in the winter, and this can be a good time to do some pruning. Here is a look at the perks and pitfalls of dormant pruning.
Perk: Dormant pruning is not going to lead to the spread of disease.
Dormant trees are likely not going to have sap dripping from the branches, and any parasites or pests that may be normally on the tree may be obsolete during the winter.