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Tree Pollarding
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Tree Pollarding

Traditional pollarding to keep large trees compact and manageable.

About this service

Pollarding cuts a tree back to a framework of main branches, encouraging fresh, dense growth. It's ideal for willows, limes and planes in urban gardens and streets, and once started it's repeated every few years.

When you might need it

  • Previously pollarded trees due for re-cutting
  • Large trees in small gardens
  • Trees near roads or buildings that need size control

What's included

  • Cutting back to existing pollard points
  • Starting new pollards on suitable young trees
  • Maintenance schedules
  • Waste removal
Covering Hampshire, Bristol, Bath, Berkshire, Wiltshire

How we work

  1. Check the species is suitable

  2. Cut back to knuckles cleanly

  3. Remove all brash and logs

  4. Advise on the next cycle

Before & after

Oak crown reduction

Deadwood removed and crown balanced clear of the roof. Drag the handle to compare.

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Questions about tree pollarding

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