In this article, we will discuss some of the most common tree surgery techniques used by arborists.
Crown Reduction
Crown reduction is a tree surgery technique that is used to reduce the height and spread of a tree. This is often done to improve the safety of the tree, as large branches can pose a danger to people and property. Crown reduction is also used to improve the appearance of trees that have become overgrown or misshapen.
Crown Thinning
Crown thinning is a pruning technique that is used to promote the health and vigour of a tree. When properly done, crown thinning can improve the tree’s resistance to wind and storm damage, reduce the amount of dead wood in the crown, and increase sunlight and air circulation within the canopy.
Crown thinning should be done on a regular basis (every two to three years) to maintain the health of the tree and should be carried out by a professional arborist.
Crown Lift or Crown Raising
Crown Lifting is a tree surgery technique that is used to remove lower branches from a tree. This is often done to improve the safety of the tree, as low-hanging branches can pose a danger to people and property. Crown lifting is also used to improve the appearance of trees that have become overgrown or misshapen.
Coppicing
Coppicing is a tree surgery technique that is used to promote the health and vigour of a tree. It involves reducing the tree to the base to encourage further growth and is carried out in winter when the tree is dormant.
If you have a tree that is in need of coppicing, then please contact a qualified tree surgeon to help you with the job. Coppicing is an important part of tree care and should not be attempted by anyone who is not trained in the technique. Qualified tree surgeons will have the necessary equipment and experience to carry out the job safely and effectively.
Pollarding
Pollarding is a tree surgery technique that is similar to coppicing as it involves the removal of all or part of the tree’s canopy, which allows more sunlight and air to reach the tree’s roots. This helps to improve the tree’s overall health and resistance to disease.
Pollarding should be done s part of a regular maintenance plan on a regular basis to maintain the health of the tree and should be carried out by a professional arborist.
Pollarding is different to coppicing because trees are reduced to appropriate pruning points as opposed to being cut to ground level in coppicing.
Formative pruning
Formative pruning is a tree surgery technique that is used to improve the shape of a tree. It involves the removal of branches that are growing in the wrong direction or that are crossing over other branches. Formative pruning is often carried out on young trees to help them grow into the desired shape.
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