Reasons for Tree/Branch Failure
We hope that this in depth guide will help you understand exactly what you need to consider to protect yourself in the event that there is tree or branch failure. We also would like to provide you with 6 ways to protect yourself in case of tree branch failure as to give you a well rounded understanding as to what your own situation may be up against. Codominant stems If you have a tree with large stems/trunks similar to what is in this first picture then you have what is called a codominant stem . On a mature tree, it is at this point of attachment (or lack thereof) between each stem that increases the likelihood of failure. Think of it like this. Imagine two separate trees directly side by side to the point of touching. Each year, each tree gets thicker. The thicker each tree gets, the more pressure each tree receives from the other tree. Eventually the smaller tree can’t handle the pressure and cracks along this weak point of connection. Codominant stem behavior A codom...