Services

Crown Reduction and Shaping

Crown reduction pruning is most often used when a tree has grown too large for its permitted space.In the illustration the blue area of branches would be removed. This method results in a more natural appearance and increases the time before pruning is needed again and minimizes stress caused to the tree.Crown reduction can be used to reduce the tree’s wind resistance and its uptake of water.

Crown Thinning

Crown thinning is a pruning technique primarily used on hardwood trees. Crown thinning is the selective removal of stems and branches to increase light penetration and air movement throughout the crown of a tree.The intent is to improve a tree’s structure and form while making life uncomfortable for tree pests.

Pollarding

This is the practice where a tree is maintained at a specific height. Traditionally trees have been maintained at a height of twenty to thirty feet.

A large maturing tree can be kept small when pollard techniques are used.Using this method a trees water uptake can be reduced.

Hedge Trimming

The reduction of height, width and shaping of hedges.

Debris Disposal

We take pride in doing an excellent cleanup job: all brush and debris is taken away and 100% recycled unless requested otherwise.Some clients may prefer us to leave logs on site, either to use as firewood or to help provide a habitat for bugs and beetles which in turn feed the birds, hedgehogs, frogs, newts or other animals you may want to encourage into your garden.

Dead wooding

As a tree grows it is natural for some branches to die back. It is advisable to have your tree regularly inspected and cleared of any deadwood.