Q. Many times I have read, “Never top a tree!” I have also read that we should keep fruit trees at 8 feet for easy picking. And the avocado experts recommend keeping avocado trees at 11 feet.

Homeowners who want to keep their trees healthy should avoid companies offering topping services, the experts say. Instead, they should hire certified arborists trained in modern pruning methods.

The annual practice of butchering trees is in full swing. Tree topping, the practice of cutting large branches back to stubs, compromises them structurally and aesthetically.

They're everywhere; trees disfigured and dying from years of abuse. Specifically, I'm referring to the misguided practice of tree topping. Also known as pollarding, stubbing, dehorning, heading ...

Improper pruning is harmful to trees and, in severe cases, can lead to the death of the tree. Just in case you ever need the services of a certified arborist in the future, keep this article in a ...

Q. Many times I have read, “Never top a tree!” I have also read that we should keep fruit trees at 8 feet for easy picking. And the avocado experts recommend keeping avocado trees at 11 feet.