Crown Thinning

Crown thinning involves removing a proportion of secondary branches to produce a uniform branch structure without altering the overall size or shape of the tree. The idea is to improve light levels passing through the canopy and so reduce shading. It also reduces the wind resistance of the crown and consequently lessens the loading on the limbs of the tree. It is a very effective technique demanding a high level of skill as the selection of the branches to be removed requires careful consideration.

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