Tree Trimming FYI Podcast

On this episode of Tree Trimming FYI, we unveil the Ultimate Guide to Trimming Sugar Maple Trees. Learn why these eastern North American staples deserve careful pruning to protect vigor, structure, and curb appeal. We cover the best time to prune Sugar Maple (dormancy in late winter to early spring), why you should avoid pruning Sugar Maple in fall, and how to prevent sap bleed during the sugaring...

Join Tree Trimming FYI for the Ultimate Guide to Trimming Tulip Poplar Trees. Tulip Poplars, with their four-lobed leaves and tall, graceful crowns, can stay healthy and safe with thoughtful pruning. In this episode we cover: when to prune (dormancy windows and regional nuances for Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest); a practical, homeowner-friendly step-by-step trimming process; pru...

On this episode of Tree Trimming FYI, we present the Ultimate Guide to Trimming American Elm Trees. We start with a practical primer on the elm: Ulmus americana, its native range, typical size, leaf and bark features, and why it’s a landscape workhorse when cared for. Then we dive into why proper pruning matters for health, structure, and curb appeal, including disease risk and elm-specific cautio...

Tree Trimming FYI's latest episode, Ultimate Guide to Trimming Northern Red Oak Trees, delivers a practical, confidence-boosting playbook for pruning Quercus rubra. Learn the best time to prune for minimal stress and maximum vigor, dormancy windows in late winter to early spring, plus seasonal considerations for oak wilt, sap bleeding, and regional timing nuances. The host walks you through st...

Join Tree Trimming FYI as we explore professional Black Cherry trimming and why a certified arborist is a smart move. From health and vigor to safety and curb appeal, a pro-guided prune does more than tidy a canopy. We explain how selective thinning, proper cuts, and timely maintenance boost branch strength, airflow, and flowering while reducing disease pressure and pest risk. Learn how risk mitig...

On this episode of Tree Trimming FYI, we blend homeowner-friendly advice with expert arborist insight to keep your White Oak (Quercus alba) healthy, balanced, and beautiful. Learn the best pruning window, primarily during dormancy, with region-specific tweaks from the Pacific Northwest to the Southeast, plus how to avoid oak wilt and other risks. You’ll get a clear, step-by-step DIY plan: plan you...

Join Tree Trimming FYI for the Ultimate Guide to Trimming Red Maple Trees. In this episode we unpack Acer rubrum’s native value, growth habits, and that striking fall color, then show you how to prune confidently and safely. Learn why trimming matters for health, structure, and landscape safety, plus a homeowner-friendly plan: the best time to prune (dormant late winter to early spring, with regio...