What is Pollarding?

Everything You Need to Know

We’re a leading provider of tree surgery, and one of the most common questions we are asked is: ‘What is pollarding?’. So, let’s take some time to answer that! Here is everything you need to know, including why we are regarded by many as the best providers of tree pollarding Suffolk has to offer.

Understanding Pollarding

Pollarding sees us remove a tree’s upper branches to encourage new growth and help maintain a desired shape and size. This method has been practised for centuries and is one of the most versatile types of tree surgery that we provide. Pollarding is normally started once a tree reaches a certain height and is then carried out annually to keep the tree at that size.

Benefits of Pollarding

Pollarding has a really wide range of benefits. Trees can quickly outgrow their surroundings, and this can cause a wide range of issues and affect other trees and plants. As we just said, pollarding helps to control the size of a tree, ensuring it remains manageable and does not pose a risk to its surroundings.

Pollarding also allows you to maintain an attractive, uniform appearance for your trees. A beautiful outdoor space adds so much to a property, and trees that are just the right fit can bring your entire vision for a garden together.

Don’t Try It Yourself!

Pollarding should always be carried out by an experienced tree surgeon. This ensures that your tree is in the best possible hands. Once your tree has had pollarding carried out, it will require regular maintenance to prevent it from becoming overgrown. Again, this is something that you shouldn’t attempt yourself. While it might seem easy at first glance, it’s hard to do the job properly without the right tools and expertise.

Which Trees are Suitable for Pollarding?

Not all trees are suitable for pollarding. The technique works best on certain species, including:

• Ash (Fraxinus)
• Common lime (Tilia × europaea)
• Elm (Ulmus)
• Elder (Sambucus)
• Gum (Eucalyptus)
• London plane (Platanus × hispanica)
• Mulberry (Morus)
• Oak (Quercus)
• Some species of Acer (A. negundo and its cultivars)
• Tulip tree (Liriodendron)

Don’t see your tree there? Talk to our team! We have an in-depth knowledge of all kinds of tree species and will be able to tell you if yours is a suitable candidate for pollarding.

Why Choose Elite Trees?

We are a small local family business with plenty of experience when it comes to pollarding and other tree care techniques. Whether you need pollarding for a single tree or many across a large site, we are here to help! We know that no two customers and their trees are the same, and that is why we deliver a truly personalised service to our clients in Suffolk. We’re a close-knit team, and while we work with you, we’ll consider you one of our own! No wonder 75% of our work comes from repeat business and recommendations.

Contact Us

Pollarding is a time-tested tree management technique that offers many benefits. To find out more about how it could work for your tree(s), please get in touch with us today.

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