Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth?

rmp8473 · 5th May 2010, 11:41 AM

Came homeafter a storm today to find that the poplar tree and thebackyard was damaged by high winds. At the spot where it began to branch apart, it was split, torn completely off.

Looking at the tree, there is alot of wood missing and I'm not comfotable with it that spot supporting the amount of branches above. Another strong storm comes along and...yeah you get the idea.

What I'd like to know is if I cut this tree, will it have regrowth? Will it fill itself back out? We really like the tree and don't want to cut it down completely but if we must, we must.

dov · 5th May 2010, 02:19 PM

Could you post some pictures please?

rmp8473 · 6th May 2010, 10:11 AM

I sure will, give a another day or so.

rmp8473 · 6th May 2010, 11:57 AM

Here are pics of the damage. You can see where where the wind tore the tree apart. Also, looking at the full view of the tree, just imagine that about the same amount of branches on the left side as is on the right. Literally half is gone!

Eric Frei · 6th May 2010, 05:13 PM

Mate, time to kiss it goodbye and start again, with a tougher species.

Regarding regrowth, topping, coppicing etc .... not ideal and debate-able, my advice for you is cut, stump grind and replant.

Search the forum for "topping" "lopping" "epicormic" etc and you'll see what I mean.

dov · 6th May 2010, 06:51 PM

I concur with Ekka. While there is still a fair amount of trunk wood, it's too far gone and will never really recover satisfactorily.

Remove it and start again.

rmp8473 · 6th May 2010, 11:49 PM

I hate to do it, but it does look pretty silly. And you're right- noone can guarantee that it's going to fill back out.

I'll have to chat with the Mrs. about possible replacement options.

Now I also have to do some work to the chainsaw first. If it's not one thing it's another.

Thanks again!

rmp8473 · 11th May 2010, 04:14 AM

Quick update...mother nature took care of the tree, or what's left of it thanks to some 55 mph gusts!

Eric Frei · 11th May 2010, 07:37 AM

See,eventually procrastinators are dealt with some how.

dov · 11th May 2010, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ekka

See,eventually procrastinators are dealt with some how.

Tomorrow. The greatest labor saving device ever invented!

sueann · 11th May 2010, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dov

Tomorrow. The greatest labor saving device ever invented!

That's a very wise saying Dov! not that I've heard it before but it's a good one!

5th May 2010, 11:41 AM	#1
rmp8473 Sappling Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Posts: 6	Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? Came homeafter a storm today to find that the poplar tree and thebackyard was damaged by high winds. At the spot where it began to branch apart, it was split, torn completely off. Looking at the tree, there is alot of wood missing and I'm not comfotable with it that spot supporting the amount of branches above. Another strong storm comes along and...yeah you get the idea. What I'd like to know is if I cut this tree, will it have regrowth? Will it fill itself back out? We really like the tree and don't want to cut it down completely but if we must, we must.

5th May 2010, 02:19 PM	#2
dov Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Melbourne Posts: 649	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? Could you post some pictures please?

6th May 2010, 10:11 AM	#3
rmp8473 Sappling Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Posts: 6	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? I sure will, give a another day or so.

6th May 2010, 11:57 AM	#4
rmp8473 Sappling Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Posts: 6	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? (with pictures) Here are pics of the damage. You can see where where the wind tore the tree apart. Also, looking at the full view of the tree, just imagine that about the same amount of branches on the left side as is on the right. Literally half is gone! Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Jeff Darby; 6th May 2010 at 08:46 PM. Reason: resize picture

6th May 2010, 05:13 PM	#5
Eric Frei Admin - Owner Palm & Tree Services in Brisbane Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,993	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? Mate, time to kiss it goodbye and start again, with a tougher species. Regarding regrowth, topping, coppicing etc .... not ideal and debate-able, my advice for you is cut, stump grind and replant. Search the forum for "topping" "lopping" "epicormic" etc and you'll see what I mean. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Palm and Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

6th May 2010, 06:51 PM	#6
dov Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Melbourne Posts: 649	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? I concur with Ekka. While there is still a fair amount of trunk wood, it's too far gone and will never really recover satisfactorily. Remove it and start again.

6th May 2010, 11:49 PM	#7
rmp8473 Sappling Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Posts: 6	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? I hate to do it, but it does look pretty silly. And you're right- noone can guarantee that it's going to fill back out. I'll have to chat with the Mrs. about possible replacement options. Now I also have to do some work to the chainsaw first. If it's not one thing it's another. Thanks again!

11th May 2010, 04:14 AM	#8
rmp8473 Sappling Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Posts: 6	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? Quick update...mother nature took care of the tree, or what's left of it thanks to some 55 mph gusts!

11th May 2010, 07:37 AM	#9
Eric Frei Admin - Owner Palm & Tree Services in Brisbane Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,993	Re: Poplartree storm damage. Regrowth? See,eventually procrastinators are dealt with some how. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Palm and Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

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