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Tom Kimmerer, PhD
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I am a forest scientist, botanist, and tree physiologist with an interest in the relationships between trees and humans including climate change. Author of Venerable Trees, other books in progress. #SciComm, Fulbrighter, nature photographer, violinist.
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There has been a surge in social media posts of trees that lost their tops or limbs, wondering whether the trees will survive. Many arborists recommend removal, but I urge patience. Trees are skilled at reconstructing crowns. This bur oak lost its top over 100 years ago, and now looks great.

A beautiful old bur oak with a broad, full crown that is bright green. Copyright Tom Kimmerer
The top of the same tree shows that it was struck by lightning over 100 years ago, but has rebuilt its entire crown. Copyright Tom Kimmerer
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Mmaroochie.bsky.social

Thank you. I have this exact issue. I will wait.

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EGemmagoldman.bsky.social

Octopus tree.

A very old tree that lost the main trunk eons ago but other branches grew out and up and the tree lives on.
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Eellz.bsky.social

Thank you!

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Tom Kimmerer, PhD
@tomkimmerer.bsky.social
I am a forest scientist, botanist, and tree physiologist with an interest in the relationships between trees and humans including climate change. Author of Venerable Trees, other books in progress. #SciComm, Fulbrighter, nature photographer, violinist.
3.1k followers1.7k following3.2k posts
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