Quick Facts
Type
StructuralSeverity
HighSeasonality
Year-round
Key Symptoms
- Flush cuts removing branch collar
- Excessive thinning (lion-tailing)
- Heading cuts on main branches (topping)
- Broken or jagged cuts creating disease entry
Treatment guidance under arborist review
Talk to an ISA-Certified Arborist about your improper pruning damage
Treatment for improper pruning damage depends on the tree species, severity, and site conditions on your property. Our arborist is currently reviewing the treatment guidance on this page to make sure it reflects the most up-to-date Atlanta-specific recommendations. In the meantime, call us for guidance tailored to your tree.
Symptoms, affected tree species, and seasonality above are accurate. The detailed treatment article will return once our arborist has finished reviewing it.