These pruning methods address different problems. Reduction can manage height or spread, while thinning changes canopy density without normally changing its overall outline. Lifting may improve access beneath branches near paths or parking areas. They are not interchangeable, and combining them can remove more foliage than intended. The specification should explain which operation is appropriate and the result it is intended to achieve.
What is the difference between crown reduction, crown thinning and crown lifting?
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