Tree Pruning & Trimming The Woodlands & Spring TX
Keep your trees healthy, beautiful, and safe with professional pruning from ISA certified arborists. We use proper techniques to improve structure, remove hazards, and enhance your landscape — never harmful topping or over-pruning.
Serving The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, Tomball & North Houston
Request Your Free Pruning Assessment
Our arborists will evaluate your trees
Call an arborist: (936) 206-7627
ISA Certified Tree Pruning for North Houston
Need tree pruning in The Woodlands or Spring TX? Boone’s Landscaping provides professional tree trimming services from ISA certified arborists who understand proper pruning techniques. We improve tree health, enhance appearance, and eliminate hazards — all while following ANSI A300 standards that protect your trees from damage.
Proper pruning makes all the difference. Bad pruning — like topping, lion-tailing, or removing more than 25% of foliage — permanently damages trees and creates future hazards. Our certified arborists make careful, strategic cuts that promote healthy growth and natural structure. Every cut has a purpose.
Whether you need routine maintenance, deadwood removal, storm damage repair, or structural pruning for young trees, we’ll assess your trees and recommend the right approach. Contact us for a free on-site evaluation — we’ll explain exactly what your trees need and provide detailed pricing.
Why Prune?
Benefits of Professional Tree Pruning
Proper pruning does more than just improve appearance.
Tree Health
Removes dead, diseased, and crossing branches. Improves air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
Storm Safety
Reduces wind resistance and removes weak branches before storms tear them off unexpectedly.
Property Protection
Maintains clearance from roofs, gutters, power lines, and structures that branches can damage.
Natural Beauty
Enhances natural form and structure. Removes suckers and water sprouts that detract from appearance.
Light & Airflow
Crown thinning allows more sunlight to lawns below and improves air circulation through canopy.
Better Growth
Structural pruning develops strong branch architecture in young trees for lifelong health.
View Enhancement
Vista pruning selectively opens views to lakes, golf courses, or skylines without removing trees.
Property Value
Well-maintained trees increase property values by 10-20%. Neglected trees do the opposite.
What We Do
Our Pruning Services
Professional tree care for every situation.
Crown Thinning
Selective removal of interior branches to reduce density, improve light penetration, and reduce wind resistance.
- Reduces storm damage risk
- Improves air circulation
- More sunlight to lawn below
- Maintains natural shape
- Never more than 25% removal
Crown Raising
Removes lower branches to provide clearance for pedestrians, vehicles, structures, and sight lines.
- Clearance for walkways & driveways
- Visibility for traffic safety
- Access under canopy
- Roof & gutter clearance
- Maintains live crown ratio
Deadwood Removal
Eliminates dead, dying, and diseased branches that pose safety hazards and harbor pests.
- Removes falling hazards
- Prevents disease spread
- Eliminates pest habitat
- Improves appearance
- Can be done any season
Structural Pruning
Training young trees to develop strong branch architecture for lifelong health and safety.
- Establishes central leader
- Corrects co-dominant stems
- Proper branch spacing
- Prevents future problems
- Investment in tree’s future
Storm Damage Repair
Proper pruning to repair storm damage and restore tree health after severe weather events.
- Clean wound repair
- Remove hanging limbs safely
- Assess remaining structure
- Restore natural form
- 24/7 emergency response
Vista Pruning
Selective pruning to enhance views of lakes, golf courses, or skylines while preserving trees.
- Open sight lines
- Frame desirable views
- Maintain privacy where wanted
- Natural appearance
- Popular on waterfront properties
Expertise
Common Texas Trees We Prune
Species-specific knowledge for proper pruning timing and technique.
Live Oak
Texas icon requiring careful oak wilt prevention
Prune: Winter OnlyRed Oak
Fast-growing shade tree with spreading canopy
Prune: Winter OnlyPine Trees
Loblolly, slash, and longleaf pines common in area
Prune: Year-RoundPecan
Large nut tree needing proper weight distribution
Prune: WinterCrape Myrtle
Popular flowering tree — never “crape murder”!
Prune: Late WinterMagnolia
Evergreen beauty with minimal pruning needs
Prune: After BloomPalm Trees
Frond removal and maintenance trimming
Prune: Year-RoundSweetgum
Fast-growing shade tree with star-shaped leaves
Prune: WinterWhen to Prune — Timing Matters
The best time to prune depends on the tree species and your goals. Pruning at the wrong time can stress trees, spread disease, or reduce flowering.
Critical rule for oaks: In Texas, oaks should ONLY be pruned during winter dormancy to prevent oak wilt disease. This fungal disease is spread by beetles attracted to fresh wounds during warm months.
- Winter (Dec-Feb): Best for most trees — structure visible, disease spread minimal
- Spring (Mar-May): Prune spring bloomers after flowers fade
- Summer (Jun-Aug): Limited pruning; deadwood removal OK
- Fall (Sep-Nov): Avoid major pruning; decay fungi active
Seasonal Pruning Guide
Winter (Best Season)
Most trees, oaks (required), pecans, deciduous trees
After Spring Bloom
Magnolias, redbuds, flowering trees
Any Time
Deadwood, hazards, pines, palms
Avoid
Oaks in warm months, heavy fall pruning
Our Approach
Our Pruning Process
Careful assessment and proper technique for every tree.
Assessment
Evaluate tree health, structure, species, and your goals to create a pruning plan.
Planning
Identify specific cuts needed, timing considerations, and any limitations.
Pruning
Make proper cuts at correct locations using ANSI A300 standards.
Cleanup
Remove all debris, chip branches, and leave your property clean.
Investment
Pruning Investment Guide
Pricing based on tree size and scope of work needed.
FAQ
Tree Pruning — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers from our ISA certified arborists.
How much does tree trimming cost in The Woodlands?
Tree trimming in The Woodlands typically costs $150-$1,500+ per tree depending on size, condition, and access. Small trees (under 25 ft) cost $150-$400. Medium trees (25-50 ft) cost $300-$700. Large trees (50-75 ft) cost $600-$1,200. Very large trees may cost $1,000-$2,000+. We provide free on-site assessments with exact pricing.
When is the best time to prune trees in Texas?
Most trees in Texas are best pruned during winter dormancy (December-February) when stress is minimized and structure is visible. However, timing varies by species. Oaks should ONLY be pruned in winter to prevent oak wilt. Pine trees can be pruned year-round. Flowering trees are often pruned right after blooming. Dead or hazardous limbs can be removed any time.
How much of a tree can be pruned at once?
Never remove more than 25% of a tree’s foliage in a single year — this is the ANSI A300 standard we follow. Removing too much stresses the tree, triggers excessive sucker growth, and can lead to decline or death. For overgrown trees needing major work, we create multi-year pruning plans to restore health gradually without shock.
What’s the difference between tree pruning and tree trimming?
Pruning is selective removal of specific branches for health, structure, and safety — each cut has a purpose. Trimming typically refers to shaping or size reduction, often for hedges or shrubs. Trees should be pruned, not trimmed like hedges. Topping (cutting main branches to stubs) is especially harmful and something we never do.
Should I prune my oak trees?
Yes, but timing is critical. Oaks should ONLY be pruned during winter dormancy (December-February) to prevent oak wilt disease. Oak wilt is spread by beetles attracted to fresh pruning wounds during warm months. If an oak must be pruned outside winter (emergency/storm damage), we immediately seal cuts with pruning paint — the only time we recommend wound sealant.
How often should trees be pruned?
Young trees benefit from structural pruning every 2-3 years to develop good form. Mature trees typically need pruning every 3-5 years for deadwood removal and health maintenance. Fast-growing species may need attention every 2-3 years. We can assess your trees and recommend an appropriate schedule based on species, age, and condition.
Keep Your Trees Healthy & Beautiful
Don’t risk your trees with improper pruning. Our ISA certified arborists use proper techniques to improve health, enhance beauty, and eliminate hazards — all while following ANSI A300 standards. Contact us for a free assessment.
ISA Certified Arborists • Serving The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe & North Houston