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Topping Spruce for Neighbor’s View: Just Say No

Neighbor wants to top spruce at roof line. Bad idea.

Why Topping Destroys Trees

Shortens life.
Creates weakly attached regrowth (hazard).
Disfigured forever.
Only works on young spruces (become hedges).

Response

“Sorry, I like my tree.” Property rights prevail. Topping is arboricultural malpractice.

Reference: Evergreen Arborist article on topping evergreens.

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