Arboriculture Terms

the second of three pruning cuts used to execute a removal cut. Made from the top of the branch downward. directly above the undercut when using a chain saw. or slightly farther out when using a hand saw.

chain saw with the center of gravity just above the engine. where the right (trigger) handle is located.

specialty pruning technique in which a f perennial (and usually evergreen) shrub or tree is trained into a distinct shape. by means of regular pruning and/or hedging.