Pollard (tree pruning technique)
GPTKB entity
Statements (42)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
tree pruning technique
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| gptkbp:alsoKnownAs |
pollarding
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| gptkbp:appliesTo |
gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:poplar maple mulberry sycamore wood beech elm hornbeam ash linden |
| gptkbp:benefit |
encourages new growth
prevents trees from outgrowing their space provides animal fodder provides sustainable wood supply |
| gptkbp:commonIn |
gptkb:Europe
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| gptkbp:culturalSignificance |
artistic depictions in rural scenes
traditional European landscapes |
| gptkbp:distinctFrom |
coppicing
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| gptkbp:effect |
creates wildlife habitat
extends tree lifespan prevents wind damage reduces shade |
| gptkbp:frequency |
every 1 to 5 years
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Pollard (tree pruning technique)
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| gptkbp:method |
removal of upper branches
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| gptkbp:originatedIn |
ancient times
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| gptkbp:relatedTo |
coppicing
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| gptkbp:result |
dense head of foliage and branches
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| gptkbp:riskFactor |
improper pollarding can harm trees
increases susceptibility to disease if not done correctly |
| gptkbp:usedFor |
controlling tree size
harvesting wood producing fodder |
| gptkbp:usedIn |
urban forestry
landscape management agroforestry traditional woodland management |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Pollard
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
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