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Crown clear-cutting instead of climate protection: City administrations give priority to chainsaws – a commentary

By | August 4, 2025

In numerous cities and towns in Germany, the so-called "topping" of trees is still common practice. This involves the radical removal of a large portion of the tree crown, resulting in numerous and large cuts, often extending into the old wood. Scientific studies have shown that this practice not only significantly shortens the lifespan of trees but also causes irreversible ecological damage… Read more »

Tree stunts in town and country are becoming the norm

By | March 11, 2025

These days, you encounter them practically everywhere: the stunted trees. Whatever the reason for the mutilation – whether lack of expertise, dendrophobia, boredom, or a lucrative commission – the consequences for the living tree and its inhabitants are catastrophic. A tree consists of a finely tuned system between roots, trunk, and crown. By topping… Read more »