Do not brace so tightly that the tree cannot sway. Do not leave supports on for more than one growing season. Do not disturb root ball. Do not remove branches to balance crown with roots. Crapemyrtle Lagerstroemia spp.
Winter is the best time to prune.
Prune spring flowering trees, like redbuds and fruit trees, after they bloom. The best time to prune live oaks and red oaks is in late June through September and January through early February. Pruning these oaks during the rest of the year could make them more susceptible to the oak wilt disease. Always use clean and sharp pruning equipment. Never use a ladder for pruning and never prune trees near a power line.