As you can see, the poplar tree in the back garden of a Sheffield homeowner had become very overgrown. Hands on Tree Care were called to assess the tree and to quote for the job.
The Poplar needed re pollarding due to concerns of the customer that overhanging limbs may be becoming too heavy and cause damage to their neighbours’ shed which was located underneath part of the canopy. The customer’s concerns were very valid. If you have a tree in your garden or on your property it is your responsibility to manage it. Any damage caused by the tree dropping boughs or branches could lead to compensation claims against you. This is why it’s very important to manage the trees on your property.
Tree Cutting – Access Permissions
The tree-bordered 3 gardens so access and permissions were needed to be granted by all 3 neighbouring properties. we always advise all our customers where they need to gain permission so that we are not hampered in any way on the day of works. It always helps to get permission in writing if possible, it also helps keep the neighbours on the side when they see a courteous approach.
Poplar trees can be pollarded quite substantially and they will still grow back. Many people worry about this when they see a pollarded tree. This type of pruning is quite harsh, but the trees always recover fully within a few months. Places, where you will have seen regularly pollarded trees that grow back, are church paths and tree-lined avenues.
Poplar Tree Pollarded
The professional pollarding to a manageable level allowed the householder to keep on top of annual regrowth themselves going forward. Poplars can be pollarded all year round but its better in winter when the tree is dormant to ensure it doesn’t cause any stress in the tree.
Do You Need Your Poplar Tree Pollarded?
Or indeed, any other type of tree? If you do, please contact Hands on Tree Care or use the form on this page. We are fully qualified and fully insured professionals, ready to help you with your trees and hedges.
