YESTERDAY'S TREE - TODAY'S TREE - TOMORROW'S TREE
We had the privilege of working on The Druids Oak with the City of London Corporation at Burnham Beeches, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
Tension on the historic (c40+installation) cable braces (now pulling on deadwood anchor points) led to our recommendation for some intervention to hopefully aid future management. Intervening at this point will allow time for both the tree, and its custodians, to respond to the inevitable failure of the (piano string) tension support from the cable braces. This semi-dynamic, adjustable aid, with the potential for a modular attachment propping system, will (as with any venture into tree management projects) be an interesting project to watch for its future progression and development, over many years to come.
It’s arrived! Our new Bandit remote controlled, tracked ‘INTIMIDATOR’ 18XP CHIPPER from America! For hire with operator and mechanical feed.
WORTHY CELEBRATIONS: Winter 23/24, on one massive site alone, our accomplished plantsmen have installed around 100 trees, the largest of which is around 12m in height, weighing a collossal 11 tonnes. In the New Year, a further 50-60 trees will find their way on to the magnificent estate. Hugo adds ‘…I'm honoured to work alongside this team. A magical alliance of talented, clever and exceptional personalities, striving to provide innovation and world-class tree management; thank you!'
2023 - Propping of the famous Crouch Oak in Addlestone with three intricate bespoke longevity aids, designed by Heritage Tree Services Ltd. Following a summertime inspection, the Oak was happily in leaf, supported by the smartly painted props with new Chestnut fencing and mulch mat installed.
History, ecology, or do you love the look of an ancient, old tree? We certainly do and the Crouch End Oak, once marking the boundary of Great Windsor Park, is no exception, being one of our favourites. We were thrilled to be consulted by the local authority to assist in prolonging the physiological and structural life expectancy of this amazing tree by designing a bespoke propping system which was installed by our skilled team earlier this year. The reduction of the alongside carriageway to one lane, with the addition of a nutritious mulch mat, and chestnut fencing surrounding the rooting environment, should ensure Addlestone residents boast this magical monument for many more years yet!
TREE MAINTENANCE ON OFFER IN EUROPE TOO! Here’s Didi from Heritage Tree Services Ltd. in 2023 carrying out remedial maintenance to the canopy of a Norfolk Island Pine on the European island of Malta.
Three of our Managers attended The Arboricultural Association’s Morphophysiology Course in the picturesque setting at Easthampstead Park, Berkshire June ‘23. Thanks to AA for the photos.
TREE MOVING …continues to be an important service that we offer. Our tree spades are available in various sizes and are mounted to either our Valtra tractor, or the Volvo Truck with flotation tyres, or the mini digger. We have recently moved various sized specimens at RHS Wisley Gardens, and for Royal Parks, plus The Oxford Botanic Gardens at Harcourt Arboretum, as well as on Golf Courses and for private clients. Call us to discuss the viability of your project.
Easter 2023 - The incredible Capon Oak, one of Britain’s 50 most important trees, last tree of Jed Forest on the Scottish borderlands, received a new brace and prop, designed by Hugo, fabricated and installed by local companies, to enable her continuing life alongside the waters.
*** Read more about the project from BBC Scotland: https://www.bbc.co.uk/.../uk-scotland-south-scotland...
OFF TO CANADA - THANKS TO HERITAGE TREE SERVICES FOR AIDING WITH LIFTING HEAVY PARTS BOUND FOR CANADA FOR THE REBUILD OF A HALIFAX BOMBER!
Read more about it here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/GJiSKyiurHn7D8VK/
Occasionally, a tree that appears relatively healthy and stable, will shed a branch for no apparent reason. This conundrum is known as Summer Branch Drop and is possibly related to existing cracks or decay, or certain weather patterns, e.g. calmer conditions following a heavy rain shower which ends a spell of increasing soil dryness, or even the more senior age classification of some more prone species with elongated limbs, e.g. the Elm (see photos) to name one. Remain vigilant and check for any visible changes. Our team are highly qualified and boast years of experience to carry out inspections and confirm, or allay, any fears you may have.
ON A HOT SUMMER DAY Our team planted this beautiful Tulip Tree on the out edges of a school sports field. A single TREE GATOR bag fits tree trunks from 1” to 3” in diameter and continuously provides water for approximately 5 to 9 hours. Refill with water once every 5 to 7 days to aid new tree plantings to reach establishment. Great job from the Heritage Plantsmen!
You can rely on our professional, qualified, accredited teams to carry out your works, safely, efficiently and to high industry standards. Contact us to discuss your next project! https://www.heritagetreeservices.co.uk/contact
