Create Safe Tropical Gardens

Keep your palms safe, stunning and in shape. We’re the experts Melbourne’s landscapers and homeowners trust for professional palm pruning and maintenance.

Melbourne’s professional Palm Pruning Specialists

Palm trees bring beauty and character to any space — but they need expert care to stay healthy and hazard-free. At Calm Your Palm, we specialise in pruning all palm species, from towering Canary Island Date Palms to compact Dwarf Date Palms.

We prune for safety, structure and style — removing dead fronds, seed pods and unwanted bulk, while protecting the tree’s health and the people below.

Types of Palms We Prune in Melbourne

We regularly work with:

  • Canary Island Date Palms

  • Cotton Palms

  • Cocos Palms (Queen Palms)

  • Mexican and Californian Fan Palms

  • Chinese Windmill Fan Palms

  • Kentia Palms and Bangalow Palms

  • Giant Birds of Paradise

Our team knows how to handle each species safely and professionally, with the right tools, techniques, and care.

Our Palm Pruning Services

  • Dead frond and seed pod removal

  • Trimming for safety and clearance

  • Crown shaping and canopy thinning

  • Canopy clean-ups and ongoing maintenance

  • Green waste removal and site clean-up

  • Health checks and arborist advice

Why Choose Calm your Palm?

  • Specialists in palm care and pruning

  • Fully qualified, insured arborists

  • Trusted by Melbourne’s top landscape designers

  • Immaculate clean-up and respectful team

  • Safety-first approach, including tool sterilisation to prevent disease spread

We don’t just cut — we care for your palms and your property.

Palm Pruning Permits

Some councils require a permit to prune certain palm trees — especially larger species.

Check your local requirements here: Do I need a permit?

Or call us on 0480 295 425 and we’ll help guide you through it.

FAQs about palm pruning in Melbourne

  • Most palms benefit from annual pruning to remove dead fronds, seed pods and maintain safety. Fast-growing varieties or those in high-traffic areas may need more frequent care.

  • Yes. Removing seed pods during pruning helps prevent mess, reduce pests, and stop unwanted self-seeding in your garden.

  • Palm pruning can be hazardous without the right training and equipment — especially for tall species like Canary Island Date Palms. We’re fully qualified, insured and experienced in high-access pruning.

  • Absolutely. We use proper pruning techniques to avoid harming the trunk or crown, and we sterilise our tools to prevent the spread of disease.

  • Some councils in Melbourne require permits to prune or significantly alter certain tree species. You can check your local council requirements here or contact us for help.