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A question about the large limb that was removed 1 Month, 2 Weeks ago
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Adam,
Nothing like a cancellation to make things speedy. =) Glad your guys could make it out today - and EXCELLENT job in leaving no trace of the massive slash job. Can't wait to not have to rake as many leaves this year.
A question about the large limb that was removed from the birch in the front yard... that "wound" is just open. I grew up with folks who used tar or some other black goo (technical term) on limb cuttings to help "seal" them. What's your take? Am I needlessly worrying about this? What should we look for re: something's wrong and moisture is getting into the tree or some other problem? I'm sure you understand our interest/concern in this tree's health and making sure it's still standing 10 years from now.
Everything else looks great. On the cryptomeria ground clearance - huge difference, it's almost a different tree.
Let us know about the birch, I'll be in touch with credit card info in the next couple of days.
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Re: A question about the large limb that was removed 1 Month, 2 Weeks ago
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Meredith,
Prior to 1995 or so, the tree paint/tar sealing method was an acceptable practice for dressing cut wounds left on trees. The research has shown them to hinder, and sometimes prevent the tree’s natural way of sealing over the wound through the “C.O.D.I.T” process (compartmentalization of decay in trees). This process is truly of major benefit for the tree. The openness of the wound will not encourage or promote any additional decay because of the location the cut was made, e.g. outside of the cambium collar or “ branch protection zone”. My recommendation is to sit back and enjoy the new look and promoted health of the trees, and let the trees do what they do best! It has truly been our pleasure to perform this project, and we look forward to an opportunity to work with you again in the future.
Adam S. Das
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