Journal

Field notes.

Practical writing on Auckland trees, council rules, and the small decisions that add decades to a tree's safe life.

14 February 2025 · 4 min read

When (and when not) to prune your pohutukawa

Auckland's iconic native is also one of the most over-pruned. Here's the simple rule we follow.

22 January 2025 · 6 min read

The rules changed quietly in late 2024. Here's what owners and developers need to know now.

8 November 2024 · 5 min read

After the 2023 floods, more Auckland clients are asking about wind-loading and root health.