After a heavy winter storm, assess any tree & shrub damage that may have occurred. If there is major damage such as a fallen limb or tree, or if you are unsure what to do, call your arborist. On your own, grab a broom & walk your property. Shrubs that are completely buried should be left alone. The same is true for leafless deciduous trees and most needle-leafed pines.

Take action only if the trunk of the tree is badly bowed down (usually occurs with small trees). Gently shake the trunk to dislodge the snowy burden. Bounce lower branches from underneath to relieve the most heavily stressed areas. Dense evergreens and shrubs are often deformed by heavy snow. Using the bristle end of your broom, gently bounce the middle of the branches from underneath. After an ice storm, do nothing at all! The brittle coat formed by ice acts as both a load and a support. Let nature take its course..

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