About Us
OUR STORY
Cut Knuckle Inc. was established in 2011 by Taylor Brinkley who found a passion for tree climbing after graduating with a bachelors in Business Administration from Old Dominion University. He based his business on the core values of Professionalism, Safety, and Pride of Work. Cut Knuckle strives to exceed expectations with attention to detail in the craftsmanship of professional tree care to the Hampton Roads area. Taylor is a qualified I.S.A Certified Arborist and he can help you determine the pruning and or maintenance needs for your trees! We love trees and we truly enjoy working with our clients. We always do our best to satisfy your tree care needs!
TREE CARE
It’s important to remember that proper tree care starts when you select a tree. And what you do to your tree in its first few years of life will affect its shape, strength, and even its lifespan. Following these steps will make sure your tree gets a good start for a healthy life.
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PRUNING
Proper pruning technique is important for a healthy tree. Please review our animated Tree Pruning Guide as well as videos on why pruning is necessary, the rules of pruning, and the ABCs of pruning.
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WHEN TO PRUNE
This depends to a large extent on why you prune. Light pruning and the removal of dead wood can be done anytime. Otherwise, below are some guidelines for the different seasons.
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WINTER PRUNING
Pruning during dormancy is the most common practice. It results in a vigorous burst of new growth in the spring and should be used if that is the desired effect. It is usually best to wait until the coldest part of winter has passed.
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SUMMER PRUNING
To direct the growth by slowing the branches you don’t want, or to “dwarf” the development of a tree or branch, pruning should be done soon after seasonal growth is complete. Another reason to prune in the summer is for corrective purposes. Defective limbs can be seen more easily.
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PRUNING FLOWERING TREES
For trees that bloom in spring, prune when their flowers fade. Trees and shrubs that flower in mid- to late summer should be pruned in winter or early spring.
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FALL PRUNING
Because decay fungi spread their spores profusely in the fall and wounds seem to heal more slowly on fall on cuts, this is a good time to leave your pruning tools in storage.
