Crown Reduction—Reducing a Tree's Height
Topping a tree is bad! In the past, people thought tree topping was
a harmless way to reduce a tree's height. Unfortunately, topping
creates many problems, including: multiple tops, tree stress,
water sprouts, and an opening for parasites and fungus. All responsible
tree specialists, such as Highland Tree Service, avoid topping trees.
The responsible way to reduce a tree's height is called crown reduction. Here, we prune the tree
knowledgeably and safely, eliminating some branches and shortening
others by cutting back to a lateral. This pruning creates a natural
appearance, retains a tree's structure, prevents parasitic and fungal
attack, and minimizes tree stress. No more than 25% - 30% of a tree can
be removed safely in one year—less for a very mature tree. Therefore,
if a tree needs to be reduced significantly, it may take more than one
year to achieve the size you need. Trust us to responsibly balance both
your needs and the tree's needs to create a beautiful symbiotic balance.
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