Please help identify tree

[David G]

Hello there

 Just moved into a new house and at the bottom of the garden is a tree that I am unable to identify. I would like to know how high this tree will grow. If there is anywhere out there who knows the name of this tree I would be greatly appreciated . Cheers.

[nepia]

Norway Maple of some variety I'd say.  Environmental conditions will dictate final size but it's not done yet!

 

It looks like it's been reduced in the past at 12-14'...?

[David G]

Thank you for the reply. I've just looked on Wikipedia for more information regarding this tree. It says the tree can grow to a height of between 20 to 30 meters, and the trunk can be up to 1.5 meters in diameter. Wow ! I like trees but I'm not sure I want one this size.

[openspaceman]

2 hours ago, nepia said:

Norway Maple of some variety I'd say.  Environmental conditions will dictate final size but it's not done yet!

 

It looks like it's been reduced in the past at 12-14'...?

Yes maple, you've better eyes than mine re reduction but I would say it is an inappropriate tree for the situation, enjoy for the while then remove and replace

[David G]

    Thank you very much for the replies. I do like trees as they are nice to look at and are very good for the environment. This type of tree however will need to be removed. I shall wait until the leaves come off in autumn before removing the tree. The tree trunk is slightly angled into the garden rather than into the neighbours gardens which will help when felling the tree. Tying a rope around the tree and attaching it to two stakes should also help.

    What is strange is that I've already chopped down a number of unsightly shrubs in the garden already including a very large Leylandii tree right next to Norway maple, why would a gardener plant these trees in the first place ?

     The good news from all this is the garden is looking a lot tidier, the greenhouse is now accessible and I have become quite skilled at pulling out stumps using a farm jack, a superb tool for this job.

[Mick Dempsey]

If every tree was in the right place, we wouldn’t have a job.

[Derek Eames]

22 hours ago, David G said:

Thank you for the reply. I've just looked on Wikipedia for more information regarding this tree. It says the tree can grow to a height of between 20 to 30 meters, and the trunk can be up to 1.5 meters in diameter. Wow ! I like trees but I'm not sure I want one this size.

 

[Derek Eames]

20 - 30 metres may be in its native environment. Although it will grow to a substantial tree, in its habitat it would probably not achieve massive growth... at least not for another 100+ years perhaps! Just be more wary of the soil type. If you have a shrinkable clay then you are likely to hit problems.

[doobin]

Bloody horrible trees. If pruned they sucker like mad, but it's all spindly crap and no cover at all over winter. I'd get rid.

[David G]

Hello everyone. Just cut down the tree using an electric chainsaw. Thought it would be better to do it sooner than later. The problem now is removing the stump which is next to a small retaining wall. I have spent hours removing roots and earth, but the stump has not moved. Hiring a stump grinder should complete the task. Can I anyone tell me if this is the best course of action to take ? cheers.