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Tree Topping

Tree topping is the process of removing trunks, branches, or treetops with the idea that it will promote light penetration and new growth. In reality, this practice is one that can have a detrimental impact on your tree. Instead, tree owners should be looking at reduction pruning.

Why Reduction Pruning and Not Tree Topping?

Tree topping can cause significant stress to your trees, along with safety issues. By removing large trunks, branches, or the tops of trees, you leave behind lateral branches or stubs that are too small to become terminal leaders.

What’s more, once you’re topped your tree, you’re putting the new bark at risk of sunscald while increasing the risk of decay and fungus. The loss of leaves can also reduce your tree’s ability to photosynthesise, which can lead to your tree starving to death.

Reduction pruning is the process of removing the appropriate stems and branches from your tree canopy’s outer portion. This process reduces the risk of failure and also provides clearance from structures.

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Hiring Experts in Auckland for Reduction Pruning

The average person’s tree care knowledge is limited, which is why many may think their untidy tree requires a tree topping service in Auckland. Auckland arborists can offer reduction pruning that benefits your tree’s health and aesthetics.

There’s a fine line between topping and pruning, so leave this task in the capable hands of tree care experts. Call Pro Climb for a safe alternative to tree topping.

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Why is tree topping not a preferred practice?

Tree topping in Auckland or anywhere else in New Zealand can cause safety issues and significant stress to your trees at the same time. New bark can be at risk of sunscald, decay, fungus, and starvation.

What should you do instead of tree topping?

Rather than tree topping, tree owners should consider reduction pruning. This practice involves removing stems and branches from the outer canopy to reduce the size of the tree or manage misdevelopemnt.

Can I do tree topping myself?

Reduction pruning instead of tree topping is recommended. While you can do this yourself, it’s recommended that you leave this job to the experts for aesthetics, safety, and the tree’s health. Pro Climb can offer a safe and effective pruning service.

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