Share I have a Linden tree that has several competing trunks, because the main trunk died and was pruned down to the dead point. It seems like some of these competing trunks were water sprouts from that, and are relatively mature now. I'm wondering do I prune several of them, or do I let them grow as they are, now that they are mature. I know linden is a resilient tree, but also a soft wooded tree. The resiliency and soft wood makes me think I should prune several of these competing trunks, since it can handle it and I don't want any of these branches/trunks blowing down in a wind storm. However, the maturity makes me question that decision. Not sure what kind of pruning is best for the tree, I don't want to decrease the tree's life expectancy by pruning it. on Facebook
Share I have a Linden tree that has several competing trunks, because the main trunk died and was pruned down to the dead point. It seems like some of these competing trunks were water sprouts from that, and are relatively mature now. I'm wondering do I prune several of them, or do I let them grow as they are, now that they are mature. I know linden is a resilient tree, but also a soft wooded tree. The resiliency and soft wood makes me think I should prune several of these competing trunks, since it can handle it and I don't want any of these branches/trunks blowing down in a wind storm. However, the maturity makes me question that decision. Not sure what kind of pruning is best for the tree, I don't want to decrease the tree's life expectancy by pruning it. on X (formerly Twitter)
Share I have a Linden tree that has several competing trunks, because the main trunk died and was pruned down to the dead point. It seems like some of these competing trunks were water sprouts from that, and are relatively mature now. I'm wondering do I prune several of them, or do I let them grow as they are, now that they are mature. I know linden is a resilient tree, but also a soft wooded tree. The resiliency and soft wood makes me think I should prune several of these competing trunks, since it can handle it and I don't want any of these branches/trunks blowing down in a wind storm. However, the maturity makes me question that decision. Not sure what kind of pruning is best for the tree, I don't want to decrease the tree's life expectancy by pruning it. on Linkedin
Email I have a Linden tree that has several competing trunks, because the main trunk died and was pruned down to the dead point. It seems like some of these competing trunks were water sprouts from that, and are relatively mature now. I'm wondering do I prune several of them, or do I let them grow as they are, now that they are mature. I know linden is a resilient tree, but also a soft wooded tree. The resiliency and soft wood makes me think I should prune several of these competing trunks, since it can handle it and I don't want any of these branches/trunks blowing down in a wind storm. However, the maturity makes me question that decision. Not sure what kind of pruning is best for the tree, I don't want to decrease the tree's life expectancy by pruning it. link
I have a Linden tree that has several competing trunks, because the main trunk died and was pruned down to the dead point. It seems like some of these competing trunks were water sprouts from that, and are relatively mature now. I'm wondering do I prune several of them, or do I let them grow as they are, now that they are mature. I know linden is a resilient tree, but also a soft wooded tree. The resiliency and soft wood makes me think I should prune several of these competing trunks, since it can handle it and I don't want any of these branches/trunks blowing down in a wind storm. However, the maturity makes me question that decision. Not sure what kind of pruning is best for the tree, I don't want to decrease the tree's life expectancy by pruning it.
Taylor B
asked
5 months ago
Taylor,
While this isn't the most ideal way of letting a tree grow since most sprouts are poorly attached and may pose risk issues in the end, it's best to have us look at the tree and offer advice. You can reach out with an email first with some pictures of the tree. A few of the base/trunk with the attachments, the entire tree and surroundings. The email is jessmith@lehi-ut.gov. We can usually determine most problems this way and offer advice. If we feel like it needs to be looked at in person we can set up a time with you to come to your property.
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My park strip is under a powerline. How tall of a tree can I plant there and what are two or three kinds of trees that would be good to plant there?
Kathy McQuinn
asked
about 5 years ago
Lehi City does not allow trees in the park strip directly under powerlines any longer. The only time that a tree permit would be approved in this circumstance is if the powerlines are tall enough to allow a smaller growing tree where the mature canopy does not interfere with the lines. A tree that will stay less than 25' high would be approved as long as it is not on the unacceptable street tree list. Some of those species would be certain varieties of crabapples such as Spring Snow, Royal Raindrops or Showtime. A Thornless Hawthorn or a Japanese tree lilac are just a few other recommendations.
Remember that you need to submit a free permit before planting in the park strip by city ordinance. You can find that at https://www.lehi-ut.gov/recreation/parks/urban-forestry/. You also can find a tree selection guide for other recommendations and the unacceptable tree list for street trees. You can also reach out to us by calling the information center and asking to speak with the Urban Forester.
Lehi City's Urban Forester is here as a resource to help you demystify those elusive tree concerns that you may have. From selection, planting, care, pruning and even a tree that is in declining health. We want to hear from you. 
