Bent trees

Trees that have been bent more than 60 degrees from vertical generally will not straighten. These trees will not die, but if the bend is the mainstem they have already lost value and may be susceptible to future dieback.

Unacceptable Growing Stock.






Bent tree Example of a pole-sized yellow-poplar bent beyond recovery

Example of a pole-sized yellow-poplar bent beyond recovery. Unacceptable Growing Stock.