Amsterdam tree failure (close shave)

[Gary Prentice]

Ha ha - I can see where you are coming from David given your responsibilities. However, if we are keen to see large canopied trees in the urban environment, (where there are always lots of stoopid people!) then we need to work hard on making our trees as storm resilient as possible - whilst still retaining their benefits.

 

For me, this 'case-study' highlights the disconnect between a) arborists and b) landscape architects and contractors. All arbs know that severing roots can make trees unstable - so why aren't arborists consulted (or listened to?) when it comes to construction/re-landscaping/utlilities installation near trees?!

 

Cos everyone knows about trees, why on earth would anyone need to consult with a specialist.

[Gary Prentice]

Talking of restricted root zones........

[sloth]

Talking of restricted root zones........

 

Classic!

 

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