London Ontario Oak Wilt Pruning Rules
London Ontario Oak Wilt Pruning Rules
Protect your oaks and avoid municipal fines. Check the live status of the Oak Wilt quarantine and secure your winter maintenance grant today.
Why Can't I Prune My Oak Tree in the Summer?
Oak Wilt is a devastating fungal disease that can kill a mature oak tree in a matter of weeks. The fungus is spread by sap-feeding beetles (Nitidulidae) that are highly active during the warmer months. Because pruning creates fresh wounds that attract these beetles, the City of London and the provincial government strongly restrict oak pruning between April 1st and October 31st.
How This Affects Your $1,000 Tree Grant
If you have a mature Oak tree that needs structural support, cabling, or deadwood removal, you can absolutely still use the City of London's $1,000 maintenance rebate. However, the physical work must be scheduled during the winter dormancy period.
Because local arborists book their winter schedules months in advance, the best time to secure your municipal funding and get your quote is right now.
Secure Your Oak Tree's Future
Join the winter waitlist and ensure your Oak tree is maintained by a professional who understands Oak Wilt compliance.
Lock In Your Winter Arborist Quote