Transform Your Garden with Seasonal Tree Care

Ever feel like your trees are out to get you?

One moment they’re providing the perfect shady spot for a summer barbecue, and the next they’re shedding branches, hogging all the sunlight, and threatening to take out your fence in the next storm. With the right seasonal care, you can get things back under control and show your trees who's boss.

If you’re unsure where to begin with seasonal tree maintenance, we at Original Tree Surgeons know exactly how—and when—to tame those unruly branches. Whether you're based in Essex, Kent or London, our team will keep your trees looking neat, healthy, and well-behaved throughout the year.

The Benefits of Seasonal Tree Care

Without regular maintenance, trees can become overgrown, diseased, or structurally weak—posing a risk to people, property, and surrounding plants. Overgrown canopies can also block vital sunlight and airflow, stunting the growth of other plants in your garden.

By planning tree care around the seasons, you’ll help your garden stay in balance. Each season brings unique challenges, and giving your trees the attention they need at the right time of year can make all the difference. Seasonal maintenance doesn’t just keep your garden looking its best—it makes it safer and more functional too.

Spring: Encourage Growth and Tidy Things Up

Spring is the ideal time to get your trees back in shape. As the weather warms up, trees burst into new growth, making it the perfect moment to prune away any dead or damaged branches left behind by winter.

Professional pruning encourages even, healthy growth and keeps your trees structurally sound. At Original Tree Surgeons, we also recommend clearing away fallen debris to let light and air circulate freely throughout your garden.

Spring is also a good time to spot early signs of pests or disease—early intervention now could prevent bigger problems down the line.

Summer: Maintain Health and Manage Shade

By summer, your trees are likely in full bloom—but an overly dense canopy can block out too much sunlight, affecting your lawn and plants below. Trimming back overgrown branches helps maintain the health of the entire garden ecosystem.

Summer is also a key time to check for damage caused by high winds or storms. We often recommend crown thinning during this season to improve air circulation through the canopy, reducing the risk of fungal infections. Plus, if you’re hosting garden parties or BBQs, a tidy and well-maintained tree makes the whole space feel more inviting.

Autumn: Get Ready for Winter and Shape Your Trees

As leaves begin to fall and temperatures drop, it’s time to prepare your trees for the colder months. Pruning in autumn helps reduce the weight of the canopy, making trees less vulnerable to breakage under heavy rain or snow.

It’s also a great opportunity to cut back any branches that may have grown too close to buildings or overhead cables. With our crown reduction services, we manage growth carefully while preserving the tree’s shape and health. Clearing away fallen leaves and branches will also keep your garden tidy and help deter pests from settling in for winter.

Winter: Assess, Protect, and Plan Ahead

Although trees lie dormant in winter, it’s far from a downtime for tree care. With the foliage gone, it’s easier to inspect the tree’s structure and identify any weaknesses or damage. This is the ideal season for carrying out larger pruning jobs without stressing the tree.

Winter is also a time for checking for hidden issues like rot or disease. A little attention now helps trees bounce back stronger in spring, giving your garden a head start when the growing season returns.

Transform Your Garden with Original Tree Surgeons

If your trees are becoming more of a nuisance than a feature—blocking out the sun, shedding leaves everywhere, or just looking a little tired—it might be time to bring in the professionals. With tailored seasonal tree care from Original Tree Surgeons, we can turn your garden from overgrown to outstanding in no time.

Whether you need pruning, crown reduction, or an assessment after storm damage, we’re here to help. We proudly serve Essex, Kent and London. Give us a ring on 020 8088 5202 or fill out our contact form—your trees (and your neighbours) will thank you.

Areas we cover:

Brentwood | Buckhurst Hill | Chelmsford | Chigwell | Chipping Ongar | Epping | Harlow | Hornchurch | Loughton | Redbridge | Romford | Upminster | Woodford