CROWN THINNING

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specialised Utility Arborists
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WHAT IS CROWN THINNING?

Crown thinning is the portioned removal of smaller or tertiary branches, usually at the outer area or 'crown' of the tree.

It aims to produce a uniform density of foliage around an evenly spaced branch structure and is usually performed on broad-leaved as opposed to conifer species. Whilst branches and overall foliage is removed systematically throughout, crown thinning alone does not typically alter the overall size or shape of the tree, with the aim of keeping to an agreed particular percentage not typically exceeding more than 30% overall.

Common reasons for crown thinning are to allow more light to pass through the tree, reduce wind resistance, reduce weight (but this does not necessarily reduce leverage on the structure) and is rarely a once-only operation particularly on species that are known to produce large amounts of epicormic growth.

Crown thinning is a very typical service which often produces results such as reducing weight or wind resistance and allows more light to pass through the tree and should be considered to be more of a maintenance treatment rather than a one-off.
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Tower Forestry has always been a local, family-run Tree Surgeon business based in Bury, Greater Manchester.  While Tree Removal, Tree Pruning and Stump Grinding is our bread and butter we are also specialised Utility Arborists covering the North West of England where we manage trees around the critical utility infrastructure such as electricity, rail, water and power lines. We provide complete tree surgery services ranging from site clearances right through to maintaining hedges, both in the domestic and commercial sector.
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After serving our local community, councils and surrounding boroughs for over 40 years you can be assured that you’ll receive a fair quote for a renowned, professional service.
07900 585 962
Mon-Fri  8:00 - 17:30  |  Sat  8:00 - 11:30
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