Bigleaf Maple Limb Failure in Bellingham’s Wet Winters
October 14, 2026
Bigleaf maple limb failure in Bellingham’s wet winters occurs because prolonged rain saturates the soil and weakens root stability, while wet foliage and moss increase branch weight. Strong winds and saturated canopies add stress, especially to large, horizontal limbs. Decay, structural defects, and weak branch unions can make mature maples more vulnerable. Regular tree inspections […]
The Science Behind ANSI A300 Pruning Cuts: Why Cut Location Matters to Tree Response
October 14, 2026
Cut location matters because it decides how well a tree seals the wound. ANSI A300 pruning cuts are made just outside the branch collar, which lets the tree defend itself and heal. Pruning is not just trimming. Every cut is a wound, and the tree must respond to it. A cut in the right place […]
How Wind Speed, Tree Height, and Canopy Density Affect Tree Failure Risk
October 14, 2026
Higher wind speed, greater height, and denser canopy all raise the chance that a tree will fail. Wind force grows with the square of its speed, so small increases in gusts create much bigger loads. Trees are built to flex and sway. Most survive years of storms without a problem. But all three factors can […]
