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Oak tree trimming

19 years ago

Does anyone know how late oak trees can be trimmed in Wisconsin? My neighbor is looking at having some clean up work, but we think oaks specifically can't be pruned legally except between certain dates. Anyone know or know who to contact to find out?

Obviously winter or very early spring is optimal, but my WayBack Machine hasn't been working lately. :-)

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taitai
19 years ago
To prevent Oak Wilt, an often fatal fungal disease, Oak trees should not be pruned between mid-April till the end of June. To be on the safe side wait till Fall or apply a wound dressing after that.
Spring is really the worst time to prune any deciduous trees. You can check with the DNR or your local extension office for alot of great info on this.
warhawk_grad
Original Author
19 years ago
Perfect timing TaiTai -- he was looking at doing things this week. I'll have him hold off until Fall.
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