WHY TREES BREAK
There are lots of reasons why trees break. With all the rain we have had the trees are going to grow aggressively this late spring and summer. All that new growth combined with all the water trees have stored, means tress will be heavy and vulnerable. This new lush growth also puts more stress on any weak spots.
Vulnerable species:
Willow, silver maple, Siberian elm, white pine, birch, and other types of trees are more likely to break. These plants grow fast have large cells and by extension are more brittle.
This silver maple has a large decay pocket at the base and is leaning towards the light. Three out of the five structural concerns listed species, cavity, and lean. It is only a matter of time until this tree falls.
Included bark or “V” crotches
If you receive our emails, you have heard this one before. Trees splitting on weak branch attachments is the most common type of storm damage.
CAvities
If your tree has cavities or hollows it is more likely to fail.
edge trees
Trees growing on the edge of a field or driveway will grow toward the light. Similarly, large branches will also reach for the light. Even though this is natural it still means these trees are predisposed to fail at some point.
DECAY FUNGI
If you see mushrooms or other fruiting bodies on the tree there is decay. Whether it is on the trunk, branches or roots this means the trees structure is compromised.
BROKEN LIMBS
Unfortunately, trees do a good job of hiding broken hanging limbs. Often times these broken limbs dislodge causing injuries or damage. Even a small limb falling can do damage.
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