Tony.Price
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The gowths shown in the pics are dormant buds or burs. A bur results from a tree undergoing some form of stress. It may be caused by an injury, virus or fungus. Most burs grow beneath the ground, attached to the roots as a type of malignancy that is generally not discovered until the tree dies or falls over. Such burs sometimes appear as groups of bulbous protrusions connected by a system of rope-like roots. Almost all bur wood is covered by bark, even if it is underground. Insect infestation and certain types of mold infestation are the most common causes of this condition.
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Heavy reduction will only invite large cavities at the knucle points and so a weakened crown is created and costly to maintain due to the rapid growth habit (Anual Polarding). The close proximity to the wall is not ideal. My advice would be to budget for the removal of the tree and replant in a more suitable place prior to a costly wall repair and in the meantime a suitable crown reduction to reduce sail and retaining a good crown appearance/shape. It would also be advisable to look at the soil type and local services being only 12m from nearest building prior to the final descision being made.
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I have used many different cords for VT, Distel and Knut. Ocean cord seems superior for self tending performance. Presently trying the spider jack. Great.....
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I find that it is necessary for climber to have worked with the crane operator prior to working in close proximity to heavy loads. Check that the climbers insurance covers them for this type of work. Hope all goes well. Tony
