Q&A – Are these vines harmful to my tree?
Question:
Are these vines harmful to my tree?
Answer:
This is Boston ivy and it is harmful to the tree long term. Certified Arborist Wes Hopper says the ivy will eventually grow and block the sun from the tree. The ivy also hides problems in the tree and harbors bees, snakes, and other animals. Wes describes how to remove the ivy from the tree but warns against pulling it off the tree.
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Are these vines harmful to my tree?
Answer:
This is Boston ivy and it is harmful to the tree long term. Certified Arborist Wes Hopper says the ivy will eventually grow and block the sun from the tree. The ivy also hides problems in the tree and harbors bees, snakes, and other animals. Wes describes how to remove the ivy from the tree but warns against pulling it off the tree.
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