A tree with a hollow trunk has been seriously compromised and is a hazard. If a third of the tree is rotted or hollow inside, it needs to be removed. The tree is suddenly leaning. All leaning trees aren't necessarily dangerous, but a tree that suddenly leans to one side may have structural problems.
If 50% of the tree is damaged, it probably should be eliminated. A tree that is in decline can continue to survive for many years but will always have limited or abnormal growth and appearance. Trees that have been damaged by herbicide frequently have misshapen leaves, but frequently can recover.
The Twelfth Night lands on either January 5 or January 6, depending on when you start counting the 12 Days of Christmas. Some believe that taking decorations down a day sooner or keeping them up a day later than this can bring bad luck.
Traditionally, Christmas trees and decorations are taken down on Twelfth Night, which marks the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas. Twelfth Night is generally celebrated on the evening of the 5th of January. Twelfth Night is rooted in Christian tradition.
January 5 or 6
Traditionally, the Twelfth Night marks the end of the Christmas season, but there's reportedly some debate among Christian groups about which date is correct. By custom, the Twelfth Night falls on either January 5 or January 6, depending on whether you count Christmas Day as the first day.
February and March are statistically the cheaper months for tree removal—as they are otherwise known as “dormant season” for trees.
Will It Damage Your Home? If an arborist suggests that your tree is likely to fall in your house, you should remove it. A tree that's merely close to your yard is not an indication that it will fall. If a tree has a growing bud at the end of its limb, usually has a chance of surviving.
A tree that leans quickly is at greater risk of failure than a tree that has begun to lean gradually over time. Another factor to consider is the condition of the tree itself. If the tree shows signs of decay, disease, or insect infestation, it may be more likely to fall.
Arborists believe that if you get your trees removed in the winter as opposed to the spring or summer, you can save as much as 30% to 40% on the cost.
Dead trees can also be a staging ground for spreading diseases to healthy trees. Fungi form on dead trees and will weaken the host tree and potentially spread fungal spores to nearby trees.
If your property is within the 10/50 vegetation clearing entitlement area, you are permitted to: Clear trees on your property within 10 metres of a home, without seeking approval; and.
February and March tend to be the cheapest months to remove trees, statistically. Since the leaves have fallen and trees are easier to clear, it means less work and less money. That said, tree companies can get very busy during late spring. It's important to book as early as you can if you know it's coming.
So, while tree subsidence is not a common occurrence, it's important to think about where you are planting in relation to the house. Don't plant an oak two metres from your front door, for example. The recommended minimum distance to plant a new tree from a building is five metres.
Ultimately, take down your tree anytime you want
Provided you have an artificial tree — or maybe you just have a green thumb — you can leave your tree up for as long as you want. It's your house, your rules.
According to Christian tradition, January 6 marks the day the three kings actually arrived in Bethlehem after Jesus was born, so this day signals the official end of the Christmas celebrations.
Peeling or loose bark or cracks in the tree around the tree's root collar. Swelling, soft or decaying wood, or small holes in the tree trunk. Dead, dying, or drooping branches in the canopy. Wilting, discolored, or damaged leaves.
Spread Mulch Around Your Tree
Adding mulch around the base of the tree is a great way to nourish the soil and help prevent fungal disease, regulate soil temperatures, help with drainage, and restore the tree's overall health.