Leaning fir tree

Discussion in 'Gymnosperms (incl. Conifers)' started by giovalx, Feb 9, 2009.

  1. giovalx

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    I am a newcomer in this forum, and, first of all, I'd like to say hello to everybody.
    Now to the question. In my garden I have a fir tree, about 2 feet thick and 50 feet tool. It was standing perfectly vertical till some time ago, but few days ago I noticed that it is now leaning about 7 to 10°: the top has moved about 6 to 8 feet from it previous position.
    As the tree is leaning towards the car box, I cannot take the risk to have the cars destroyed, but I will be very upset if I will have to cut the fir.
    Do anybody has a suggestion? Is there any way to check if the tree is stable?

    Thanks in advance,

    giorgio
     
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    Thanks jimmyq!
    But I do not know where to look for a qualified arborist near home! I'll try to find someone on google!

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    Thanks again Jimmy,
    I have tryed on the ISA database, but it does not have any record for Italy!

    Anyway, I think that, as a first step, I will try to secure the tree with two iron cables pulling it from the side opposit to the leaning. Then I will have more time to look for a definitive solution.

    Giorgio
     
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    Thanks again,

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