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.

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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.

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