Here’s What To Do If Your Tree is Growing Out Instead Of Up.

A tree growing out instead of up is likely to become a problem, whether that’s very soon or in the future. The longer a tree’s branches are left to sprawl outward, the more time-consuming and costly it will eventually be to get them back in control. Today, we’re going over some of the potential risks that come with an unruly tree, as well as deep diving into the important differences between the services available to take care of it. Let’s get started.

Branches Growing Outward: What It Means

For the most part, homeowners can’t make mature trees on their properties grow in any specific way. Generally speaking, the best that any of us can do is be attentive, get our trees professional care when needed, and work with what we’ve got.

Tree growth comes in numerous forms, and it depends on a variety of factors: the type of tree, your area’s climate, the overall health of the tree and your property, how much quality care the tree receives (and has received over time), and the presence of potentially harmful organisms or chemicals on your property are all factors that can significantly affect tree growth. For the most part, undesirable tree growth can be split into two categories: aesthetically undesirable and/or hazardous.

Aesthetically Undesirable Growth and Treatment

When we say “aesthetically undesirable,” we mean anything that you, as the owner of the property, consider to be ugly (or, at least, not in line with the way you want your property to look). This can include trees with uneven or sparse branches, properties with lots of fallen branches throughout, and even unruly bushes and shrubs. The good news about these kinds of issues is that they’re relatively low maintenance.

Aesthetically undesirable growth on your property can easily be taken care of with a good trim. We highly recommend opting for professional trimming services instead of attempting a DIY or letting a friendly neighbor do the job. Too often, well-intentioned tree care amateurs can end up causing damage to their trees and an otherwise easy trim can become a much more difficult (and expensive) job. If all you’re looking to do is spruce up your property so that it looks its best, give a reliable tree trimming professional a call.

Potentially Hazardous Growth and Treatment

Hazardous tree growth is anything that can potentially cause harm to you, your family, or your guests. This doesn’t always mean that professional services are an emergency, but it does mean that you should be diligent about calling in a pro to take care of your trees as soon as possible. Examples of potentially hazardous branch growth conditions include:

Branches and/or parts of your tree trunk are showing signs of disease or decay, which includes gray, flaky bark; deep and noticeable gouges; mushroom growth around the roots; unseasonably bare branches around the tree’s crown.
Branches are growing in the direction of or close to power lines. If you notice this, call a professional immediately. Do not attempt to prune the branches yourself.
A recent storm has left a tree on your property (or its branches) bent, crooked, or otherwise loose.

Depending on what’s going on with your tree, your tree service professional may recommend a few different treatment options. Firstly, the tree may just need a trim. This is likely to be recommended if the branch growth looks healthy and the tree is in good shape.

Secondly, tree pruning may be recommended. Pruning is done to remove branches that are impeding your tree’s growth. This may be the way to go if certain branches on your tree are broken, cracked, diseased, or dead.

Finally, and most drastically, if the tree itself is diseased or decaying, your tree service specialist will likely recommend a removal. This is a last resort, and it’s only recommended if the tree is posing any danger to your property. If a trusted tree service professional recommends removal, know that they aren’t doing so lightly. We strongly recommend heeding their advice (or, at the very least, getting a second opinion from another professional).

If you’ve noticed abnormal growth in your branches or your tree is growing out instead of up, it’s a good time to call in a property maintenance professional. To learn more about what’s going on, and how to address it, don’t hesitate to contact us.

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