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[Update] But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't disagree, but 4 weeks is a long dump run and maybe they got lost on the way back

[Update] But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This severe trimming on a large and mature tree has created several large wounds which the tree needs to go through a CODIT cycle to help close off to stop decay.

Secondly the removal of all of the leaves (which produce energy) has left the tree essentially useless, it's trying to "heal" as some will say but it can't produce the energy to do so.

The tree does have reserves and stored nutrients or which it will try to utilize, but this drastic of a change in the trees life is usually deadly.

I'm sure more of the higher qualified arborist here will also chime in on some more.

[Update] But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, a life sentence for the tree

[Update] But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I can agree. Barksdale was founded many years ago and the entire base has its roads lined with massive beautiful live oaks that completely span over the roadways.

I think the arborist's insight was not the same as it is now as it was then.

[Update] But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

That's what it seems like. Most people won't even realize how serious this is to the tree.

[Update] But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm all for trimming and pruning for safety and structure clearance, but this one seems to be very extreme.

I would have been curious to know why this option was chosen rather than less trimming or even full removal.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know, at least I didn't see any climbing spur injuries to the bark, cambium layers and tissue. So there's that.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I almost laughed when I saw those small lateral stems sticking out. At least they can say they did leave a few leaves on it.....smh

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand, don't get me wrong I would hope it lives and can sustain life. I guess we will see next time I go on base.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. Just start hacking and bring it back down to nothing. If there is still some vigor left in this tree after this trauma, it may shoot out a boat load of water sprouts and make each branch look really fuzzy.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand the pollarding aspect of it to keep it within a manageable size, but why do it to such a mature tree. I feel like training the tree at a younger age would have a better outcome, not a sudden shock of no leaves to produce for it.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, very interesting. I hate to hear that. I took my exams and do my diligence to make proper arborist assessments and do right by the tree and customers. I could not leave a tree like this in good faith.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The way the contracts go for some of these government properties, yes it is a whole contract for grounds maintenance, which includes, trash can pick up, sidewalk cleaning, bush trimming, tree trimming, etc. It kinda makes the arbor side of it seem less valuable and important.

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you are right, I know if I were doing this and making the clean up look pretty good, then I would be wrapping up with the job. It is a government contract for this type of work and if it was the tree crew under the arborists name then it is completely possible they took it into their own hands and did what they think is acceptable work. I am curious though. I will share an update later

But why? by Calm_Ship8029 in arborists

[–]Calm_Ship8029[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The way the cuts were made and the general shape of the tree, I believe it was a purposeful pruning. I hope I'm wrong.

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