Crown reduction, a service offered by Haringey Tree Company, involves the removal of a portion of a tree's crown to reduce its overall size. This technique is often used to address trees that have grown too large for their environment or are interfering with utility lines or buildings. Crown reduction can also help to improve the structural stability of a tree, reducing the risk of limb failure or other types of damage. It is very important that you engage people with the relevant skillset to conduct this type of work, as cutting limbs to non-pruning points is likely to damage the tree and have a detrimental effect on its longevity and overall health.

For those of us in London, where many trees are planted in tight urban spaces, crown reduction can be especially important to prevent tree branches from encroaching on buildings or other structures.

'Raising' involves removing the lower branches of a tree to create more clearance between the tree and surrounding structures or pedestrian areas. This technique is often used in urban areas where trees are planted in narrow sidewalks or near buildings. Raising can also help to reduce the risk of injury or damage from falling branches or debris, and create beautiful natural shading and canopies.

'Thinning' is the process of selectively removing branches from a tree's canopy to improve air circulation and reduce the overall weight of the crown. This technique can help to reduce the risk of limb failure during storms or high winds, as well as improve the health of the tree by allowing more sunlight to reach its interior. Thinning can also be used to improve the aesthetic appearance of a tree, creating a more open and balanced canopy. Thinning can also help to improve air circulation around trees, which can reduce the buildup of pollutants and improve overall air quality, a great additional benefit for us Londoners and our collective plight to improve our city's air quality!