Don't worry about sawing off thick, old branches on the tree. These instructions explain how you, as a hobby gardener, can professionally saw off a branch. Practical tips reveal how you and your tree can handle the cut safely.
How do you properly saw off a thick branch?
To properly saw off a thick branch, first saw on the underside of the branch one to two hand's width away from the trunk, then 10 cm further on the top of the branch. Cut the remaining stump to Astring and smooth the cut surface.
Sawing off a thick branch in stages – step-by-step instructions
One time when you weren't paying attention when cutting trees and it happened. The thick branch that you actually wanted to saw off breaks off along with a long piece of he althy bark. Diseases and pests now have an easy time on the wounded tree. It doesn't have to come to that. By sawing off a thick branch in stages, you have what is happening under control. The following instructions explain step by step how to do it correctly:
Sawing a branch
- Measure the interface: one to two hand widths away from the trunk
- Attach the saw: on the underside of the branch
- Sawing: Saw the branch to the middle
- Pulling the saw blade out of the branch
Saw off the branch
- Measure second interface: 10 cm away from the bleed (right or left)
- Attach the saw: on the top of the branch with the leading hand
- Support: support the branch with the other hand
- Sawing: saw until the branch breaks off
The branch breaks off cleanly because leverage forces are at work in this process. A small branch stump remains, which you will deal with in the next step. You should not leave the stub standing because it rots and serves as an entry point for pathogens.
Cut off the stub on a string
A bulging thickening can be seen at the transition from the stump to the tree trunk. This is the astring with valuable cell material for wound healing. When you saw off the stump, the branch ring must not be injured. Place the saw at a short distance from the branch. Cut off the rest of the old branch from above and in one go.
Wound Treatment
Using a hip or a sharp, disinfected knife, please smooth the ragged cut. No further wound healing measures are necessary. Classic wound closure products have had their day. Instead, trust in the tree’s self-healing powers.
Tip
Sawing off thick branches leaves unsightly holes in the crown. A derivation cut prevents the mishap and preserves the harmonious crown shape. With a little luck, an old branch near the trunk will support a young, outward-pointing branch. Place the saw where old and young wood branch.
