Tree Bracing: Safely Preserving Your Large Trees
Do you have a large maple, oak, or pine tree that you’d like to keep, but it’s starting to show signs of weakness? Before you consider cutting it down, let’s talk about bracing. It’s a discreet, long-lasting solution that allows a fragile tree to continue growing safely, sometimes for many years.
What is bracing?
Bracing involves installing high-strength nylon cables in a tree’s crown to support heavy branches or fragile forks. When installed properly, these braces are almost invisible from the ground and do not damage the tree.
When should you consider bracing?
- A V-shaped fork that could split during a storm
- A large horizontal branch that could break under its own weight
- A heritage tree that you want to preserve for as long as possible
- A tree that is already split but can still be salvaged
Before slaughter, ask for advice.
Bracing can extend the life of your tree by several years.
