3. MUSHROOMS
Mushrooms feed on dead organic matter. Which means, the presence of mushrooms indicates some sort of decay. Some mushrooms can be beneficial, and others can be indicators that something very bad is happening. Like trunk rot or root rot. Tis is caused by a fungus that eat away at the wood
It’s important to know the difference. Te entire tree’s structure may be compromised and at risk of falling over. Even if the canopy is fully green!
4. STRUCTURE
Te structure of a tree is directly related to the strength and integrity of a tree and its risk.
Not all pruning is created equal. It’s not like getting a haircut and all about looks. Actually, the wrong type of pruning can ruin a tree. And the right type of pruning can set the tree on a great growth path, make it safer AND save you from future pruning costs.
As part of our industry standards, there are 6 main types of pruning that have different techniques. We won’t get into every type, but here’s the list:
1) Clearance Pruning 2) Crown Raise 3) Crown Clean 4) Crown Tin 5) Crown Reduction 6) Structural Pruning
A good tree company should know the difference and should also not be carelessly cutting limbs.
Pruning your tree for clearance every year is the most minimal type of pruning and does little to address any structural issues the tree may have.
What can you do?
Unfortunately, once the tree has root rot and the root system is decayed, there is no reversing it. An arborist can perform a root excavation to see how much of the root system is compromised. But most likely the mode of action it to remove the tree.
Structural pruning is lot less talked about, but perhaps one of the most important techniques at the younger stages of the tree since it sets it growth structure for the future. Te aim is to develop a main leader by shortening those around it that may compete with the trunk stem.
What can you do?
When having your trees assessed, there should be a goal and strategy behind every pruning recommendation. If your bids come back to you and all the recommendations all say “Pruning” or “Trimming”? Well, that doesn’t tell you much, and you may have a lazy tree company. Ask if they are addressing any structural issues, that will impress them.
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