The recommended window for pruning our region’s towering oaks is late winter—typically from January through early March. In Northwest Louisiana, this is the optimal time because the trees are fully dormant, which minimizes stress and allows them to heal more quickly once spring growth begins.
Pruning during this period is essential for several reasons:
As a local, family-owned and operated company with over 40 years of experience, we have four on-staff arborists who are fully licensed and insured to ensure your oaks are handled safely. While dead or broken limbs should be removed immediately at any time of year for safety, we encourage scheduling your primary oak maintenance during this late-winter window to promote long-term health and vigor.
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