Tree Logic Arboricultural Consultants

Tree Biomechanics is the mechanical study of trees. Trees are structures and must obey physical laws just like buildings and bridges. A basic understanding of how physical laws apply to trees and arboricultural practice is critical to improving one’s arboricultural knowledge. In this video Mick Tracy, Manager of Logical Tree Management talks about how the [...]

Fri 23 March 2012, Melbourne What is Tree Biomechanics? And why should I care? Tree Biomechanics is the mechanical study of trees. Trees are structures and must obey physical laws just like buildings and bridges. A basic understanding of how physical laws apply to trees and arboricultural practice is critical to improving one’s arboricultural knowledge. This [...]

The Separation Tree is a large River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) located at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Melbourne. On November 15 1850, the citizens of Melbourne gathered there to celebrate the news that Victoria had separated from NSW, giving the tree it’s great historical significance. In August 2010, the Separation Tree was vandalised in an [...]

As arborists, we know the importance of identifying when trees become unsafe to nearby properties and people, but we also recognise the aesthetic value a beautiful tree can add to a landscape. Often, the first response of a property owner to a hazardous tree is to have it removed. However, removing the tree would not [...]

Earlier in the year Tree Logic provided the arborist report to the Melbourne City Council in relation to issues around developing an exceptional tree register.  The report focused on issues surrounding the preservation of large trees in dense areas, regulations and problems associated with enforcement of such laws. This week the Melbourne Age ran a [...]

In terms of all the benefits of trees, including aesthetic, social and environmental benefits, most research suggests that the greatest benefit is derived from large trees. Sustainable tree growth requires space and large trees need more space. However, in terms of residential development space for trees is always a compromise..and it is the trees and [...]