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Practical Tips for Safe and Effective Tree Branch Trimming

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Before you start trimming tree branches, take a moment to identify the branch collar—the swollen area where a branch joins the trunk—and cut just outside it to promote quick healing. Always use a sharp, clean pruning saw or loppers, and for higher limbs, a sturdy ladder or pole pruner can save your back. Aim to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches first, but never take more than a quarter of a tree's canopy in one season. And remember: if a branch is thicker than your wrist or near power…