A sequoia tree can be a great eye-catcher in the garden, but sometimes it becomes a nuisance - for the owner or among neighbors. Sooner or later the desire for a felling arises. However, it's not that simple.
Can I just have my sequoia tree cut down?
A sequoia tree cannot simply be felled, because the tree protection statute regulates felling and the necessary permits. Size, he alth and time of felling as well as wildlife inhabitants influence the decision. Professionals should be consulted for large trees.
Can I just have a sequoia tree felled?
You can't cut down a sequoia tree just like that, even in your own garden. However, that doesn't mean that the tree has to stay standing forever. The following criteria play an important role:
- the size of the sequoia tree
- his he alth
- the time of felling
- and its “residents”
The regulations that apply to you can be found in the tree protection statutes in your region, alternatively you can ask the environmental protection office in your city or the environmental protection authority in your federal state.
What regulations apply to felling a sequoia tree?
TheTree Protection Regulations apply to the felling of treesIn principle, only relatively “small” trees may be felled. Depending on the region, the trunk circumference may not exceed 60 to 80 centimeters (measured at a height of one meter above the ground). A permit is often required for trunk circumferences of 30 centimeters or more.
Felling is generally prohibited from March 1st to September 30th. In addition, no trees in which wild animals live, such as bats, hornets or wasps, may be felled. If your sequoia tree is sick or poses a danger, you should contact the relevant authorities immediately.
Who can and may cut down my sequoia tree?
If your sequoia tree is still relatively small and you have thenecessary experienceand the necessary tools, then you can certainlyfell the tree yourselfBut also think about what should happen to the roots. However, the larger your sequoia tree is, the more difficult the work will be. Ideally, you get a professional to do it. Professional tree fellers are familiar with the legal regulations and will also help you dispose of the removed tree. You can find addresses on the Internet or in the yellow pages of your region.
Are there also legal regulations for circumcision?
Just like felling trees,tree pruning is also regulated by law This serves, among other things, to protect breeding birds. From March 1st to September 30th, radical cuts are not allowed. During this time you are only allowed to carry out light shaping and grooming cuts, but also so-called “traffic safety measures”.
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After felling we continue
Cutting down the sequoia tree alone isn't enough, there are still the roots. Should these remain in the ground or should they also be removed? If the sequoia tree is he althy, then leave the stump large enough that you can use it, for example as a seat or (standing) table.
