Definitions
- Describing a tree that has been cut back to its main trunk or branches. - Referring to a tree that has been pruned to encourage new growth and maintain its shape. - Talking about a tree that has been trimmed to reduce its size or prevent it from interfering with power lines or buildings.
- Referring to a tree that has been trimmed to remove dead or diseased branches. - Describing a tree that has been shaped for aesthetic purposes, such as topiary. - Talking about a plant that has been cut back to promote healthy growth or increase fruit production.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve cutting back or trimming trees or plants.
- 2Both are done to maintain the health and appearance of the tree or plant.
- 3Both can be done for practical or aesthetic reasons.
- 4Both require knowledge and skill to perform correctly.
- 5Both can be done at different times of the year depending on the type of tree or plant.
What is the difference?
- 1Method: Pollarding involves cutting back a tree to its main trunk or branches, while pruning involves selectively removing branches to maintain the tree's shape or health.
- 2Purpose: Pollarding is often done to control the size of a tree or prevent it from interfering with power lines or buildings, while pruning is done to remove dead or diseased branches or promote healthy growth.
- 3Timing: Pollarding is typically done in the winter when the tree is dormant, while pruning can be done at different times of the year depending on the type of tree or plant.
- 4Appearance: Pollarding can result in a tree with a more uniform appearance, while pruning can result in a tree with a more natural shape.
- 5Regrowth: Pollarding can encourage new growth from the main trunk or branches, while pruning can encourage new growth from the remaining branches.
Remember this!
Pollarded and pruned are both methods of cutting back or trimming trees or plants to maintain their health and appearance. However, the difference between pollarded and pruned is their method, purpose, timing, appearance, and regrowth. Pollarding involves cutting back a tree to its main trunk or branches to control its size or prevent interference, while pruning involves selectively removing branches to maintain the tree's shape or health.
