Hey everyone, looking for some advice on this pine tree in my backyard.
In the first photo I took in January, it was leaning somewhat, but now it has developed a very severe lean and is bowing directly over my neighbor's vinyl fence. Today, a massive branch just snapped and fell. There wasn't a severe storm or crazy winds—it looks like the wood simply splintered and gave way under its own weight and the tension from the lean.
A few questions and details for the experts:
- Is there any coming back from a lean this severe, or is it a guaranteed hazard at this point?
- I briefly wondered if cutting off the top would relieve the weight and fix the center of gravity, but I’ve read that "topping" a pine is a terrible idea. Is that accurate here?
For context: I live in Florida. The roots haven't come out of the ground, and I don't see any cracking on the trunk itself.
I've attached pictures showing the overall lean from a few angles and the fresh break from today. Appreciate any insight!
by abuimak
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