Tree Pruning Services in Melbourne

Most places are fine with a light tidy every 12–24 months. Younger trees benefit from a yearly shape-up so they grow strong; mature trees can stretch to every couple of years unless they’re near roofs, driveways or powerlines. If you’ve got fruit trees or fast growers, annual pruning’s the go.

Yep. We chip on-site, take the mess away, and can leave clean mulch for your garden if you want it. Stump grinding and mulching are both available — just say the word.

Absolutely. We’re fully insured and our crew includes AQF-certified arborists (Level 3 and above). Safe work methods, proper gear, the lot.

In most cases you can prune branches that cross onto your side, as long as you don’t trespass or damage the tree. Keep cuts to your boundary, make them clean, and check council rules first — some trees are protected. The team at MTS can pop by and give you a quote, to help you work out what can and cannot be done. It’s always best to chat with your neighbour and agree on access; we can help with the plan and the paperwork if needed.

Deciduous fruit trees (apples, pears, stone fruit) are usually pruned in winter — around July in Melbourne — for structure and next year’s crop. Stone fruit often appreciate a lighter summer prune after harvest to keep disease down. For citrus, keep it gentle and time it right. Pruning citrus trees in Melbourne works well after the main fruiting flush or late winter, avoiding hard cuts in extreme heat or frost. If in doubt, we’ll schedule it to suit your variety and the local climate.

It does. Good pruning takes out deadwood, reduces “sail” in the canopy, and improves branch structure, so the tree handles wind better. It’s not a magic shield, but it lowers the risk of breakage and damage around the home. We can also spot hazards early and set a maintenance plan before the wild weather hits.