Why Do Trees Split? The Power Struggle of Tree Growth
Unravel the power struggle of tree growth and why trees split as the top takes charge, while side branches chase the sun for sugar.
Have you ever noticed a tree with a large, gaping split running down its trunk? It's an unsettling sight that begs the question: what causes trees to split?
The Power Struggle of Tree Growth
The top of a tree is the boss.
It relentlessly reaches for more sunlight and productivity, encouraging the growth of side branches.
More sunlight means more energy, and trees thrive on energy.
As the tree grows, the side branches can outgrow their subservient role, competing for light, making their own energy, and influencing the direction of further growth.
Species-Specific Listening Skills
For some trees like Douglas Fir, Sequoia, and Red Alder, the side branches rarely subordinate, having excellent -In-Depth variant
