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]

Many people see hedge trimming as purely cosmetic. ✂️In reality, hedge management involves balancing appearance, safety,...
19/06/2026

Many people see hedge trimming as purely cosmetic. ✂️

In reality, hedge management involves balancing appearance, safety, plant health, and wildlife protection. 🐿️

Before carrying out hedge work, a careful inspection helps identify nesting activity and wildlife use.

Healthy hedges support healthy ecosystems.

📍This job, in Paignton, gets 3 visits a year to ensure the growth stays light, and it remains tidy throughout the growing season!

A hedge is more than a boundary. 🍃🐝 Throughout summer, hedges support nesting birds, pollinators, insects, and small mam...
17/06/2026

A hedge is more than a boundary. 🍃

🐝 Throughout summer, hedges support nesting birds, pollinators, insects, and small mammals.

Regular maintenance helps keep hedges healthy while preserving the shelter and food sources local wildlife relies upon.

A carefully managed hedge benefits both your garden and the environment around it. 🌎

This particular job in Totnes, we visit twice a year to control the regrowth, ensuring it doesn't encroach on the traffic lights..

17/06/2026

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☀️Many homeowners ask the same question each summer."When is the best time to trim my hedge?" ⁉️For most hedge species, ...
15/06/2026

☀️Many homeowners ask the same question each summer.

"When is the best time to trim my hedge?" ⁉️

For most hedge species, June through August is the ideal maintenance period.

Fast growing hedges such as Leylandii often need more than one trim during the growing season.

Leaving hedge maintenance too long usually means more work, more waste, and higher costs later.

🐣Hedges provide shelter, nesting sites, and food sources for a wide range of wildlife. Before any hedge work takes place, a thorough inspection should identify active bird nests and other signs of wildlife activity.

⚠️ New blog now live. ⚠️Dead or dying tree? Here are the warning signs you should not ignore.Summer often makes tree pro...
14/06/2026

⚠️ New blog now live. ⚠️

Dead or dying tree? Here are the warning signs you should not ignore.

Summer often makes tree problems easier to spot. When healthy trees are full of leaf, a dead or declining tree stands out much more clearly.

In this guide, we cover the key signs to look for, including:
• Fresh cracks in the trunk or main branches
• Hanging or broken limbs
• Dead branches over paths, drives, roofs, or roads
• Fungal growth around the base
• Root movement or soil lifting
• A sudden lean
• Loose or falling bark
• A bare crown in summer

A dead tree is not always urgent. The risk depends on its condition and what sits nearby.

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“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.

Address

Totnes
TQ95BW

Telephone

+441803840657

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