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  • From: KTCopsey@aol.com
  • To: gwl-g@lists.ibiblio.org
  • Subject: Re: [gwl-g] Pollarding vs topping
  • Date: Sun, 14 Nov 2004 10:08:13 EST

I recieved a copy of a British magazine this week and there is an article in controling tree/shrub growth.  However, the section on Pollarding trees (cutting back to the trunk at one height) seems remarkable similar to topping the tree.  The only difference that I can see is that pollarding is done on a regular basis to remove branches before they become too thick. 
 
 
Does anyone know how (or if) this practice is 'better' for the trees than topping? 
 
Kate Copsey
Garden Writer
Herbs, Historic Gardens
Pittsburgh, PA



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