How to prune a flowering gumtree?

[Tubby]

We have a beautiful Western Australian flowering gum that is way overgrown. It’s around 6 metres and is hanging over the roof. We’d like to cut it right back, what’s the best way to do this?

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @Tubby 

There are about 1million youtube of people cutting trees  badly.   and yours is directly  over your roof so  consider an arborist to protect you and your roof,

If the  branches small  use a teloscopic  chain saw pruner

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 8” (20cm) Oil-Free Pole Pruner R18PPS120

https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v-one-8-20cm-oil-free-pole-pruner-r18pps120_p0432744

I/N: 0432744

$229

Keep  safe

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Tubby. It's marvellous to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about pruning trees.

First step is to check with your local council to determine whether a permit is needed to trim the tree. It might not be, but it could help avoid a costly fine. I know a permit is required for any tree pruning in my area.

That's a great tool suggestion from @Jewelleryrescue, but if it's not quite long enough and this is a one-off job, you might like to consider a manual pole pruner. They'll typically get you higher, but still not quite the six-meter mark.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Mitchell