You love your trees, but sometimes they grow a little too enthusiastically. Maybe your oak is blocking the view, or your maple is getting too close to power lines. The solution seems simple: just cut off the top, right? Wrong. Tree topping might look like a quick fix, but it’s actually one of the most harmful things you can do to your trees. Let’s explore why this common practice is so damaging and what you should do instead. What Is Tree Topping? Tree topping, also called “hat-racking” or “heading,” involves cutting off the main branches or trunk of a tree at
