Tree Care Resources For South Florida

Pruning & Trimming

Proper tree pruning and trimming can make the difference between a healthy, safe, and long-lived tree versus one that looks unsightly, is plagued by pests and disease, and fails to thrive.

A Sherlock Tree Company crew member prunes a tree using a bucket truck and pole pruner.

How & Why Trees Are Pruned Around Utility & Power Lines

October 27, 2021
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Why are trees growing into power lines a problem, who does utility line pruning, why is it done the way it is, and what can you do (and not do) about it?

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Palm Trimming: FAQs & How-To’s for South Florida

January 21, 2021
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What you need to know about proper palm tree trimming in South Florida and how to avoid pruning mistakes that can kill your palms.

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Crown Reduction: The Right Way to Make a Large Tree Smaller

October 23, 2020
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If you need to reduce the size of your tree, there’s only one correct way to do it: crown reduction pruning. Topping or hat-racking can kill your tree, sets it up to fail, and cost more in the long run.

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Prevent Hurricane Damage With Proper Tree Pruning

June 21, 2020
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Hurricanes in south Florida uproot trees, break branches and topple trees onto homes. But by taking some preventive measures now you can minimize the risk of hurricane damage caused by trees. Here are the things to look for and what you can do to stay safe.

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