Crown reduction involves the removal of branches to achieve a height reduction in a tree using through proper pruning practices. Often utility companies use this method to prune a tree.

Consent for crown reduction will only be given where there is clear justification; as it can lead to serious problems with rot and decay in larger branches. Only use crown reduction on a tree if it’s absolutely necessary to save the tree.

Why your tree might need Crown Reduction Pruning?

• If your tree is too close to a building the tree may require crown reduction to prevent damage or obstruction.
• If your tree has become too large and created severe light reduction to the surrounding areas, crown reduction may be best suited to alleviate the problem.
• Crown reduction can reduce the weight of otherwise potentially dangerous limbs.
• If your tree is misshapen. For example, following storm damage, or after bad pruning. Then crown reduction can help balance it.
• Crown reduction will also prevent trees from interfering with overhead telephone and power lines.

Crown reduction is often used when a tree has grown too large for its permitted space. When using the crown reduction method of pruning, there is increased time between when pruning is necessary and aesthetically looks much more natural as it retains the shape of the species.

The overall size of the tree can be reduced by carefully pruning branches back to suitable growth points, to leaving a more natural shape. However, in the long term, it may be better to solve this problem by replacing the tree with a tree that will not grow beyond the available space. Replanting and moving the existing tree could be a better alternative to crown reduction.

For a free quote please feel free to contact Douglas Fir Tree Care who have over eight years experience of pruning, planting and looking after trees.

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