The Walnut tree was first introduced to the UK by the Romans. They had a liking for nuts in their diet, and the Walnut was considered as food from the gods. The Walnut is a deciduous broadleaf tree which can grow up to 35m. Typically, it has a short trunk and broad crown. If it shares woodland space, it can be narrower in width.
The project
The Walnut tree in this particular clients garden had unfortunately died and was decaying quite rapidly. Unusually, it had become a very interesting feature for a previous owner of the property. They had built a wonderful treehouse around the tree for their children to enjoy. The images show just how creaetive this structure was.
Unfortunately, as amazing as it may have looked, it is certainly not advisable as this was probably the main contributing factor to the demise of the tree. Branches had started to crack and potentially formed a danger to the new owners who used the garden regularly. Our task was to remove the branches, leaving the main stem in place, which allowed for the treehouse to continue its more recent role as a good wildlife habitat for a variety of animals.
In order to do this safely as the tree was too far gone for climbing, we utilised our brilliant RQG 18 narrow access tracked platform. Fortunately, nothing was wasted, the timber was cut and split for the clients wood burner, and the smaller branches chipped to provide mulch for the garden.
The outcome
Treehouses are certainly a fabulous outdoor space for children to enjoy, but it is important that the welfare of the tree is taken into consideration. The Walnut we suspect would have been alive today, but the lack of sunlight to a large section of the main stem had unfortunately killed the tree. So, if you are looking to build a treehouse, make sure sunlight is restricted to the minimum in order for the tree to survive and flourish.
Testimonials
Kara Proud - Customer
Brilliant workers, very knowledgeable and extremely hard working, polite and left the garden spotless. Time keeping excellent & they do not stop! Have booked for more work to be done now and continually throughout the year. Very highly recommended company.
Peter Rodwell - Customer
Elite carried out both fencing and tree work for us. The fencing work consisted of approximately 50 metres of new fencing and the removal of a 15m high Holly tree along with stump grinding ready for fresh planting during the spring. Really happy with the final result the team were friendly and made sure everything was left tidy afterwards. Work was competitively priced and clearly a professional business.
Nikki Zenonos - Customer
Elite Trees replaced my rear fence for me. They were very efficient and friendly from the quoting stage all the way through to finishing the job. Fence looks great and I would not hesitate in recommending them.
Doreen Fulton- Customer
I had a large conifer cut down yesterday, and am very pleased with the work carried out .It was right up the corner near a fence it was cut down everything taken away and left tidy by three very hard working polite men .So I can highly recommend this service.
Anonymous- Customer
All of the guys were really friendly and helpful, and did an excellent job clearing up as well. We are very pleased with the outcome. It has and will continue to make so much difference to us. I understand that my neighbours are similarly impressed.
Anonymous- Customer
Dear Paul, many thanks. They did a super job. I was most impressed. And great to have saved the half day. Looking forward to seeing them again for stage II next month. Please thank all 3 of them!
Anonymous- Customer
Hi Paul, we were impressed with your professional and friendly approach and in the light of that we are happy to proceed!
Anonymous- Customer
Hi Paul, thank you for the excellent work done on Tuesday, the guys cleaned up after and did a grand job.
Anonymous- Customer
Dear Mr Thomas, thank you and your team for an exemplary job with which we are very satisfied. With the multi-stemmed Ash removed, we have been able to see the wood for the trees, so to speak. To avoid unnecessary constraints on future planting, we have decided to have the stump(s) ground out and I understand that you will arrange for that in the near future and look forward to hearing further from you.
Anonymous- Customer
Hi Paul, Thank you for again an excellent job carried out by your company in the removal of our hedge.
Anonymous- Customer
Hi Paul Many thanks for the finished job which looks great.
Anonymous- Customer
Good afternoon Paul Just to let you know your tree surgeons have just left and we are thrilled with the results.They were both very professional and respectful and we appreciated their caution at this time. We would certainly recommend Elite to others and were pleased that we found you on Which Trusted Traders.
Anonymous- Customer
Just a note to thank the onsite team for the excellent work carried out behind our property last Friday. All of the guys were really friendly and helpful, and did an excellent job clearing up as well. We are very pleased with the outcome. It has and will continue to make so much difference to us. I understand that my neighbours are similarly impressed.
Anonymous- Customer
Would like to say that the two guys who came to tackle felling of the Robinia here at my home have done an excellent job, making it all appear so easy
Graham B- Customer
A very professional and friendly service used to remove a very large conifer hedge with all debris removed and the site left very tidy. Wouldn't hesitate in recommending.