Kneebone Trees Ltd

Kneebone Trees Ltd ARB Approved Tree Surgeons providing a complete Tree Surgery and Vegetation Management service. We are friendly, reliable and affordable.
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Kneebone Trees Ltd are a South Devon based company run by twin brothers Jacob and Rory Kneebone. Specialising in all aspects of tree care including;

• Tree Felling/Dismantle
• Crown reduction
• Crown thinning
• Deadwood removal
• Stump grinding
• Hedge shaping/removal
• Scrub clearance
• Grounds maintenance

We also provide 24 hour emergency call out for any major problems you may encounter dur

ing bad weather periods. Call us anytime for a free, no obligation quote on;

01803 840657

Or contact us on;

[email protected]

“We have a tree with no leaves. Do we need to remove it?”This is a common summer question.The answer depends on the tree...
12/06/2026

“We have a tree with no leaves. Do we need to remove it?”

This is a common summer question.

The answer depends on the tree, its condition, and its location.

A professional tree check looks at:
• Whether the tree is dead or under stress
• How much deadwood is present
• Whether the stem or roots show signs of decay
• Whether fungus is present
• What the tree could hit if it failed
• Whether pruning, monitoring, or removal is the safest route

Clear advice matters.

You should know what needs doing, why it matters, and how the work will be managed.

You often notice a dead tree by comparison.One tree is full and green. The tree beside it looks bare, brittle, and tired...
11/06/2026

You often notice a dead tree by comparison.

One tree is full and green. The tree beside it looks bare, brittle, and tired.

That contrast becomes much clearer in summer.

A tree with no leaves is not always dead. Drought stress, disease, root damage, and soil compaction may all cause poor growth.

That is why a proper check matters.

Look at the crown, bark, stem, base, and root area. Also look at what sits nearby.

A dead branch over a lawn is one issue. A dead branch over a parking space, footpath, or roof is a different risk.

Summer is one of the clearest times to spot a dead tree.Healthy trees are usually in full leaf. A dead or dying tree oft...
10/06/2026

Summer is one of the clearest times to spot a dead tree.

Healthy trees are usually in full leaf. A dead or dying tree often stands out because the crown looks bare, thin, or uneven.

Key signs to look for:
• No leaves while nearby trees have full growth
• Dead branches in the crown
• Bark peeling away
• Fungal growth around the base
• Cracks or splits in the stem
• Branches snapping in light wind
• Sparse growth on one side of the tree

A dead tree near a house, drive, road, footpath, garden, or boundary needs proper attention.

The earlier you check, the easier it is to plan the right work safely.

When people ask about more sunlight in the garden, the answer is rarely “cut the tree back hard.”A better approach start...
07/06/2026

When people ask about more sunlight in the garden, the answer is rarely “cut the tree back hard.”

A better approach starts with understanding where the shade falls and which branches cause the main issue.

Professional pruning looks at:
• How the tree will respond
• Which branches matter most
• How much growth to remove
• What the tree will look like afterwards
• Whether permissions apply

Good pruning should improve light, keep the tree balanced and leave the garden looking cared for.

A shaded patio often feels damp, cold and underused.The issue is often not the whole tree. It is the way certain branche...
03/06/2026

A shaded patio often feels damp, cold and underused.

The issue is often not the whole tree. It is the way certain branches block light at key times of day.

Selective pruning helps open up the canopy without stripping the tree back.

Look for signs such as:
• Moss building up on paving
• Thin or patchy grass
• Damp garden furniture
• Dark rooms near the garden
• Borders struggling to grow

Small, planned changes often make your outdoor space feel brighter and easier to use.

Trees add structure, shade and privacy to your garden.🍃They also affect how much sunlight reaches your lawn, patio, bord...
01/06/2026

Trees add structure, shade and privacy to your garden.🍃

They also affect how much sunlight reaches your lawn, patio, borders and seating areas.

Pruning for sunlight focuses on selective branch removal. The aim is to improve light levels while protecting the health, shape and stability of the tree.

Good pruning is planned around:
• Tree species
• Branch structure
• Seasonal timing
• Nearby buildings, paths and boundaries
• Long term regrowth

Heavy cutting often creates weak regrowth and poor shape. Careful pruning gives a cleaner result and supports the tree for the years ahead.

Horse chestnut bleeding patches often worry homeowners.The main question is simple.Is the tree stressed, diseased, or un...
14/05/2026

Horse chestnut bleeding patches often worry homeowners.

The main question is simple.

Is the tree stressed, diseased, or unsafe?

The answer depends on the whole tree, not one patch.

A tree surgeon will check the bark, trunk, crown, roots, soil area, and nearby risks.

The right advice might be monitoring, pruning, further investigation, or removal if the tree has major structural weakness.

Read our latest guide here:
https://www.kneebonetrees.co.uk/horse-chestnut-bleeding-patches/

New blog now live.Horse chestnut bleeding patches often raise concern for homeowners, landowners, and site managers.Dark...
14/05/2026

New blog now live.

Horse chestnut bleeding patches often raise concern for homeowners, landowners, and site managers.

Dark staining on the bark might point to stress, damage, disease, or internal change.

In this guide, we cover what to look for, when to monitor, and when to book a professional tree inspection.

Read the blog here:
https://www.kneebonetrees.co.uk/horse-chestnut-bleeding-patches/

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Totnes
TQ95BW

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+441803840657

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