Ornamental Pruning & Tree Care

Healthy trees and shrubs are the foundation of a beautiful, lasting landscape. Our approach to ornamental pruning emphasizes natural form, balance, and plant health over quick fixes or harsh trimming. Trees do not grow like turf—trimming shrubs the same way you mow your grass leads to a flush of tip growth known as shearing. While shearing has its place in formal garden hedges, it can stress most plants and compromise their natural structure.

For overgrown shrubs or neglected plantings, we may employ a technique called reductive pruning—a more strategic and restorative process that removes excessive growth while encouraging new, balanced development.

Whenever possible, our horticulturists practice natural pruning, carefully thinning and shaping plants according to the way they want to grow. This method preserves each plant’s inherent beauty, improves airflow and light penetration, and supports long-term vigor. The result is a garden that feels alive, harmonious, and in rhythm with the natural world.