Pruning Services

Tree pruning is a vital aspect of arboriculture that often goes unnoticed. Excelsior Tree Surgery understand that beyond mere aesthetics, pruning plays a crucial role in maintaining the health, structure, and longevity of trees. In this in-depth guide, we will explore the multitude of reasons why you should have your trees professionally pruned, uncovering the secrets to fostering a lush and vibrant landscape. Excelsior Tree Surgery adhere to BS 3998, which is the Recommended standard for tree works, outlined by the British Standards Institute.

Safety First:

Dead or weak branches can pose a safety hazard, especially during storms or high winds. Professional tree pruning eliminates these potential risks, reducing the likelihood of branches falling and causing damage to property or posing a threat to people below. Prioritizing safety through regular pruning is a proactive measure that prevents accidents.

Promoting Tree Health:

Tree pruning is akin to a wellness checkup for your trees. By removing dead or diseased branches, you eliminate potential sources of infection and provide the tree with an opportunity to allocate resources to healthier areas. Regular pruning enhances tree vitality, reducing the risk of diseases and ensuring a robust and thriving canopy.

Structural Integrity:

Professional tree pruning is a strategic approach to shaping and guiding a tree's growth. By removing weak, crossing, or overcrowded branches, you enhance the structural integrity of the tree. This not only mitigates the risk of branch failure but also promotes a well-balanced and aesthetically pleasing tree form.

Enhanced Aesthetics:

A well-pruned tree is a thing of beauty. Strategic pruning enhances the natural shape of the tree, creating an appealing and harmonious silhouette. Whether it's for a residential garden or a public park, aesthetically pleasing trees contribute to an inviting and visually pleasing environment.

Improved Sunlight Penetration:

Properly pruned trees allow more sunlight to reach the lower branches and the ground below. This not only benefits the tree itself but also promotes the growth of grass, flowers, and other plants beneath the canopy. Increased sunlight penetration fosters a more diverse and vibrant ecosystem within your landscape.

Air Circulation:

Dense and overgrown canopies can impede proper air circulation, creating a conducive environment for fungal diseases. Tree pruning opens up the canopy, allowing for better air movement. Improved ventilation reduces the risk of diseases and enhances the overall health of the tree.

Reduce wind sail effect:

Canopies dense with growth offer a larger surface area to high winds and gales, making it more likely that the tree may fail. Thinning of canopies can greatly reduce the potential for trees falling.

Pollarding:

Not to be confused with the harmful practice of "topping", pollarding has been used for thousands of years to fit larger trees into smaller areas. We offer full pollarding and re-pollarding services.

Encouraging Fruit Production:

For fruit-bearing trees, proper pruning is essential for optimizing fruit production. Removing excess or non-productive branches redirects the tree's energy to the development of healthy fruit. Strategic pruning also facilitates better access to sunlight and air, promoting the growth of quality fruits.

Preventing Pest Infestations:

Overgrown and unkempt trees are more susceptible to pest infestations. Pruning removes potential hiding spots and weak areas where pests can thrive. By maintaining a well-pruned tree, you create an environment that is less attractive to pests, reducing the risk of infestations that could harm your entire landscape.


As a tree surgeons committed to comprehensive tree care, emphasizing the importance of professional tree pruning sets you apart as a provider of holistic solutions. Beyond the surface, tree pruning contributes to the well-being, aesthetics, and safety of your outdoor environment. By investing in regular tree pruning, you ensure that your trees not only survive but thrive, creating a picturesque and healthy landscape for years to come.

Contact us today for expert tree pruning services that prioritize the health, safety, and beauty of your trees.