BLOG Tree Care Through the Seasons: Seasonal Tips for Year-Round Health Jun 04, 2025

Ensuring the health of your trees throughout the year can be a challenging task, especially as seasons change and bring with them varying weather conditions. At Paquette's Tree Service, we understand how vital it is to adapt your tree care routine to align with the demands of each season. By following season-specific tree care strategies, you can ensure the year-round health and beauty of your trees.

As winter sets in, trees enter a dormancy phase, which provides a perfect opportunity to conduct maintenance tasks like pruning. During winter, trees are less likely to suffer from the stress of cutting branches, as they aren't actively growing. Pruning in winter also helps to prevent the spread of certain diseases and pests that thrive in warmer months. Removing dead or diseased branches not only enhances the tree's structure but also safety around your property. At Paquette's Tree Service, we recommend focusing on pruning hardwood trees such as oak and maple during this time.

As we transition into spring, trees begin to wake from their dormancy, and this is the time to focus on fertilization. Feeding your trees with the right nutrients can promote healthy growth as they enter their most active growing phases. Applying a slow-release fertilizer can supply essential nutrients gradually, enhancing overall tree health. Spring is also an excellent time for mulching. A correct layer of mulch can conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature, creating favorable conditions for tree growth.

The summer months can be harsh for trees due to high temperatures and increased sunlight. Watering becomes crucial during this period, especially for young or newly planted trees. It’s important to water deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root growth. Monitoring for signs of heat stress such as wilting or brown leaves will help you address issues promptly. Additionally, summer is the time to be vigilant about pest activity. Routine inspections by Paquette's Tree Service can help identify and mitigate infestations before they become severe.

When fall arrives, trees begin to prepare for the upcoming cold months and thus, this season is ideal for a thorough inspection of your trees’ health. This is also a good time for another round of fertilization to support root growth and strengthen trees against the harsh winter. Raking fallen leaves is not only beneficial for aesthetics but also for preventing fungal diseases that thrive in decaying organic matter. Address any structural issues by cabling and bracing if necessary, to help your trees withstand winter storms.

Concluding, tree care is not just a seasonal chore but a year-round commitment that brings immense reward in the form of vibrant, healthy trees. With the professional expertise of the team at Paquette's Tree Service, you can rest assured that your trees receive the best care for each season’s unique challenges and opportunities. We encourage our clients to embrace these seasonal tips for sustainable tree health, ensuring that their trees not only thrive but also enhance the beauty and safety of their outdoor spaces.

By investing in proper tree care through each season, you can nurture the health and longevity of your trees, enabling them to fully contribute to your landscape's aesthetic and ecological function. Partner with us at Paquette's Tree Service, and together, we can ensure that your trees remain a source of pride and pleasure all year long.