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Trees are an important feature of any garden or landscape, adding beauty, shade, and character. However, as they grow, they may start to encroach on nearby structures, plants, or other features of your landscape. Crown reduction is an effective tree surgery technique that can help maintain the health of your trees while ensuring they coexist…

Introduction Pruning is one of the most common and essential practices in tree care, but many property owners still wonder how it affects growth. Does pruning actually make a tree grow faster—or is it simply about shaping and removing deadwood? The truth is more nuanced. While pruning doesn’t act like a magic growth potion, when…

Hedges are more than just boundaries; they are living structures that frame gardens, provide privacy, and enhance the character of a property. However, keeping a hedge looking neat, healthy, and effective requires more than occasional trimming. At Olney Tree Surgeons, we help homeowners in Olney, Buckinghamshire, achieve perfectly maintained hedges through expert hedge cutting techniques…

As our urban environments continue to develop, the competition for space between trees and buildings becomes increasingly evident. While trees provide numerous benefits to our landscapes—such as shade, beauty, and improved air quality—they can sometimes encroach on buildings, pathways, and other structures. In such cases, tree reshaping becomes an invaluable tool. At Olney Tree Surgeons,…

Introduction Trees are often treasured features in our gardens and green spaces across Olney and wider Buckinghamshire. However, even the healthiest trees require regular attention to stay safe, attractive, and well-structured. One common yet overlooked issue is when the crown — the upper part of the tree made up of branches and foliage — becomes…

In the delicate art of arboriculture, proper pruning techniques play a pivotal role in shaping trees’ health, aesthetics, and longevity. However, amidst the din of urban landscapes, trees often fall victim to improper pruning practices, resulting in misshapen canopies, structural weaknesses, and diminished vitality. Amidst these challenges, tree crown reduction emerges as a beacon of…