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Ivy management on mature trees

I spotted this mature tree with heavy ivy coverage while out walking today. It’s a good reminder that ivy itself isn’t necessarily harmful to a healthy tree, but dense growth can sometimes make it harder to inspect the trunk and …

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How to safely cut ivy on a tree

If ivy needs to be removed from a tree, avoid pulling live ivy from the trunk or branches, as this can damage the bark or dislodge material above. Instead, cut through the ivy stems near ground level, making sure each …

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