Fruit Tree Pruning
Fruit Tree Pruning in the Forest of Dean
Seasonal pruning to keep your fruit trees healthy, well shaped and productive.
About This Service
Pruned at the Right Time of Year
We offer professional pruning of fruit trees, carried out in the right season for each type of tree.
Stone fruit trees such as cherries and plums are pruned in late summer, while apple and pear trees are pruned through the winter months up until March. Done well, pruning keeps trees healthy and productive and makes them easier to manage.
A well-pruned fruit tree is healthier, better shaped and easier to look after for years to come.
Seasonal Pruning
When We Prune Your Fruit Trees
Different fruit trees need pruning at different times of year. This is how we plan the work.
Late Summer
Stone Fruit Trees
Stone fruit trees are pruned in late summer, while they are in active growth.
- Cherry trees
- Plum trees
- Other suitable stone fruit trees
Winter to March
Apple & Pear Trees
Apple and pear trees are pruned through the winter months, up until March, where appropriate.
- Apple trees
- Pear trees
Professional Tree Work
Pruning Done Properly
Good pruning is a skill. Cuts are made in the right place and at the right time, so the tree heals well and the structure improves, rather than being cut back more than it needs.
Chainsaw Qualified
NPTC CS30 and CS31 qualified, so larger branches and heavier tree work are handled safely.
The Right Time of Year
We prune each type of tree in its proper season, so the work suits the tree.
Honest Advice
If a tree needs more than pruning, we will tell you straight and talk through the options.
Why Prune?
The Benefits of Professional Fruit Tree Pruning
Healthy Growth
Careful pruning supports healthy growth and helps keep your fruit trees in good condition year after year.
Shape & Size
Managing the shape and size of a tree keeps it in proportion to your garden and easier to look after.
Damaged & Unwanted Branches
Damaged, crossing, diseased or unwanted branches are removed cleanly and at the right point.
Weak or Broken Branches
Removing weak or broken branches helps reduce the risks they can pose to the tree and your property.
Productive Fruit Trees
Well-pruned trees are better placed to stay healthy and productive.
A Stronger Structure
Good pruning improves the overall structure of the tree, leaving it better balanced.
Why Choose Hunts GreenWorks
Local, Independent, & Trusted in the Community
Local & Independent
Trusted in the community with a strong local reputation.
Fair & Clear Pricing
Straightforward quotes with no hidden costs or surprises.
Reliable Scheduling
We show up when we say we will, every time.
Respectful of Your Space
We treat every property with care and leave it better than we found it.
Fruit Tree Pruning FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about pruning fruit trees.
We cover a 10-mile radius around Coleford, including the Forest of Dean. Work outside this area may include an additional fee.
Stone fruit trees, such as cherry and plum, are pruned in late summer. Apple and pear trees are pruned through the winter months, up until March, where appropriate.
Cherries, plums and other stone fruit are generally best pruned while they are in active growth rather than in winter, which is why we offer this work in late summer.
Removing weak, damaged and broken branches helps reduce the risks they can cause, and good structure helps a tree stay healthy. Pruning cannot guarantee how a tree will behave in future, so if we spot a bigger concern we will tell you honestly.
Use our quote request form or contact us directly and we will arrange a time to look at your trees.
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