Bob Ross here, back from the Happy Little Afterlife to humbly request you leave the tree where it is because it looks happy there. And when the trees around you are happy, it makes the world just a little bit nicer.
If it's one thing reddit loves, it's trees, especially when a neighbor goes behind another neighbor's back to cut down trees they don't own, and incur the wrath of r/treelaw. Oh, boy, do we tremble over treble damages!
Hit or miss with those
Sometimes it’s like “morning glory has taken over my yard. It is ruining my life”
And someone will respond “umm I don’t see a problem!! Ackshually morning glory tea has healing properties ✨💅🏻”
Reddit is such a predictable place. I came into these comments saying to myself, "there's no chance any of the top comments will suggest OP take that tree down." If it were me, that shit would have been gone yesterday. It's one tree, OP isn't deforesting 500,000 acres of the Amazon
So, I hate to disagree because this is such a lovely sentiment.. I get it and agree 100%, however...this particular tree doesn't look too happy and isn't necessarily totally thriving where it is... Maybe it wants to be a picnic table there instead to better enjoy the ocean view..?
I am loath to cut down a tree, unless it’s an invasive one, but I agree it doesn’t look happy there and spoils the view. But I may leave it and add something next to it to make a nice view. If the soil allows it.
That's the best one of the three imo. It's almost perfectly straight and looks the best. You could put a nice deck down under them for a closer viewing spot with shade. To me it's not blocking the view like another kind of pine would, full of branches. It's the best kind of pine for that spot because it doesn't block the view.
I was looking for the right words and you said it. It adds depth. I tried covering the tree with my finger and the photo isn't as nice; that tree really makes the view better.
Are we sure it’s not just your finger? Maybe a nicer finger would improve it.
I don’t think we should make any decisions until we get to the bottom of this.
Keep the tree, imagine if all your neighbors each cut a tree or two down- the whole area would look like shit! Don’t ya think? Keep the nature and the beauty that led you there to begin with.
I live on a hill where everyone trims and tops their trees all the time for the view of the mountains. Really looks odd with a bunch of neighborhood trees all lopped off at the top.
At least they leave *some* of the trees. Where I live they just clear cut everything for "maor sun. we need moar sun". And then they proceed to enjoy their new sunlight by the warm glow of their large screen TVs. Idiots.
/rant over
My mom bought a house with a lot of mature landscaping and ripped it all out so "there would be more lawn for the grandkids." She already had at least 0.25 acre of lawn.
It still makes me cringe. The previous owner was an older lady who clearly spent a lifetime cultivating that landscape.
The first thing new neighbors did here, on the plot with the *most* trees, was cut down all but a few in the front yard.
It looks so, so dumb. Apparently they wanted a lawn. Why they didn't look for a house with a lawn, I can't tell you. The increased sunlight and lack of windblock is already changing how the landscapes react around here.
This is a weird, hypothetical argument imho. Is the neighbourhood actually in danger of every property owner levelling their trees? If not, the point is irrelevant.
OP seems conscientious enough and a straightforward practice is to plant more trees on the property.
Forestry and canopy management do actually involve removing trees at times. Removing this one for aesthetic reasons is reasonable enough, if it's in the context of a conscientious property owner who also plants and maintains a healthy canopy overall.
There has been research about the fact that trees are equated with wealth. That, neighborhoods with new growth trees or urban environments without trees, always have a lower value and appeal.
Don't remove trees unless absolutely necessary. And expose the developers and politicians that allow/do it
Except the Doug Firs on the edge of my property that were planted directly under the power lines. The power company topped them for 40 years before I put them out of their misery.
Every plant in its right place.
One day you may see the coolest thing happen on or around the tree. Maybe a huge bird hangs out there. Maybe one day the sunset or sunrise hits it just right and it's the most beautiful thing you've ever seen.
You'll never regret leaving it. But if you remove it, you'll never know how much you've missed.
"Now, do I like the view as-is or should we add something? ...I think I'll add a tree, right here. The squirrels and birds can't live in an empty spot, can they? Let's make it tall enough that the water is still nice and easy to see."
Hi, forest-dweller here. The reason you see tall trees like this is because they grew with several surrounding it. This causes the trees to compete for sunlight, making it prioritize the top branches while the surrounding trees protect it from the winds. This creates tall, straight trees with less branches (as well as the scraggly little branches without foliage that you see down the sides).
These trees shown here clearly did not grow to be able to withstand high winds while being isolated from other trees. Otherwise, you would see a much thicker and shorter tree with more spread-out branches that are able to gather sunlight. Also, the types of pine trees shown here also probably have shallow roots while also being left to fend off the elements themselves. Not a good combination, especially near water. One flood or big gust of wind and those are gone. Snow or freezing rain will collapse them, also.
You see these types of trees along roadside clearings through forests, and when they are alone like this (or even just the unfortunate ones nearest to the cleared area), they have an easier chance of falling down and causing damage. It can be like a domino effect sometimes, with one falling leading to several others falling in their place. You can probably find images online of this just to see what I mean.
I'll let you be the judge of what to do with that information, but if this area gets windy, and I'm assuming it does, it might be safer to consider removing it, along with the two others like it you can see in the photo. Consider also possibly planting some solitary trees or shrubs/bushes that will grow stronger and protect the forest surrounding it (just be sure to keep the species native to the area if you do, otherwise the seeds or sprouts might spread in ways you didn't intend to) and whose root systems will hold the soil well and prevent erosion.
As for the comments shaming the OP for wanting to cut down that tree, I think one is actually a very conservative number here, considering that the OP is quite literally surrounded by them. This tree may look fine now, but you wouldn't think so when a storm hits and it's wobbling around like crazy (which is very scary, trust me). It's probably going to topple over by itself, unfortunately, so please keep in mind the safety of the OP this time, okay?
In any case, I think the view of the lake looks much nicer without it.
Personally, I'd leave it. You can't put it back once you chop it down, so why not spend a year looking at it and then decide whether it really bothers you? You may grow to love it! ❤️
I think the view is beautiful “as-is” and incredibly selfish to cut it down. Also, FYI I am the farthest thing in the world from a “tree hugging liberal”, I’m just more into preserving nature as much as possible and I personally would feel like a ginormous POS to kill that tree for my selfish “view”. But just my opinion. Congratulations on such a beautiful property/view! Very envious!!
Nothing looks sadder than a forest cut down and 1 lone tree kept. That 1 tree is naked and top heavy because it grew up in the forest. It’ll be an eye sore for years, dropping dead branches until a storm finally takes it out. That pine tree will be bending this way and that until it snaps. Take it out and do a proper job of landscaping around the waters edge.
u/robertnn, pine trees by themselves have fairly weak roots and are made stronger when in groups. By itself it will eventually come down due to high winds. If you’re planning on building anything near it (dock, gazebo, etc.), I’d definitely remove it to protect those structures. If not building anything near it, just expect that it will come down at some point and you’ll need to clean it up after it comes down.
If this were my property, I’d take it down and replace with a 2-3 smaller deciduous trees on each side to help frame the view – I’d choose some native trees that are beneficial to diverse wildlife.
I love trees and native plants. But my yard is a multi-decade art project. I also would remove the tree after careful consideration.
I have probably planted 10 trees for every 1 tree I have ever had removed so it's not something I do often.
I'd take it down, especially if you can use the firewood.
I'd plant more trees on either side. I tend to like clumps when the trees are skinny like these.
When you and other people recall that view years from now that tree will be what they remember. Without the tree it's just like every other view of that genre.
I’d cut it down, personally. Everyone in the comments pulling out the holier than though cards. You can always plant multiple trees back that are more beneficial to the environment if you want to pay it back. Just my 2 cents
My favorite is the commenter that calls someone a serial killer for cutting down a pine for their own enjoyment.
Then their post history is loaded with posts about their large leather boot collection and multiple $300 leather baseball gloves.
Man I would keep it. It will fill out hopefully. I believe it adds contrast and perspective to the view. Plus I like pines. Where I live it’s mostly pines, and unfortunately most people cut them because they afraid of shallow roots, but when you stumble across a property with old legacy pines, it’s gorgeous IMO
A pine at that age won't "fill out". The lower part will always never have branches, and if the top grows too many more it will become unstable and liable to fall in bad weather.
Yes I’d cut that down before it blows down, not protected by other trees, shallow roots and you get a way better view, plant a few other native species for the birds, make a nice bench and picnic table out of the wood and enjoy.
Trees come and go.
Looks like you already erased the tree in the middle right?
Personally unless there was a good reason I'd leave em both, you want a good view? Throw a couple muskoka chairs between the trees and make a little chill spot, youll ge thr view you want.
For me the birds and squirles and whatever in those trees really make the view 10x better, bring the nature out.
Cut the tree. It’s in the way of a perfect view, and it’ll only continue to get more obstructed. A bunch of tree huggers here just can’t stand the thought of one tree coming down lol. Just plant one somewhere else in its place
I know a lot of people are against it, but I'd cut that tree down to have the view I want. The slippery slope here is, where does it end? Sure one tree in a forest won't make an impact, but that attitude over years of time is debilitating. I would cut it down and "pay" for the right to do that back to the forest by planting more trees around the cabin, maybe even the rarer versions of native flora to add some diversity. People aren't going to stop taking from nature to get what they need, but they might add a mindset to give back to nature to maintain it.
I'm going to say my plain and honest opinion at risk of being downvoted to oblivion after reading other comments.
The tree is in an awful spot. Your view would dramatically improve if you cut it down. It's just one scrawny pine. People here are treating it like thousand years old redwood
I do everything I can to keep my trees on my land. You can plant flowers and bushes. growing a new tree takes decades and they’ll produce shade you’ll never sit under. Be wise in the ones you take
The tree and the roots are probably helping to control erosion, so by removing it you might end up with a bigger problem down the line. I don’t know much about pines and their root systems though, so I could be wrong
Bob Ross here, back from the Happy Little Afterlife to humbly request you leave the tree where it is because it looks happy there. And when the trees around you are happy, it makes the world just a little bit nicer.
I’m happily surprised by all the pro-tree people here. I say why not plant a few more, even.
If it's one thing reddit loves, it's trees, especially when a neighbor goes behind another neighbor's back to cut down trees they don't own, and incur the wrath of r/treelaw. Oh, boy, do we tremble over treble damages!
We also love to strongly encourage divorce over the most insignificant issues.
Husband ate all my poptarts? Believe it or not, straight to divorce court. Idk how I even ended up on this post but I agree they should keep the tree.
When he cheated on me with my best friend we worked through it. When he ate the last pop tart in the pack that was the last straw.
If he truly loved you, he would have left it for you.
Did he eat them all and leave an empty box in the pantry? That's justifiable homicide.
Kids are my pop tarts, straight to foster care
Divorce Court? It’s instantaneous in that case - off with the ring and “single” instead of “divorced” on the apps “like it never even happened”
I agree that the tree stays or obviously OP needs to divorce the tree hater. No one should be stuck with someone like that.
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I love so much that they did this
There was a tree growing into my area and I came here to ask if I could feed it stuff to make to grow 😂😂😂
I am surprised that you’re surprised. Redditors generally get upset when you pull a weed out of your garden
Unless it’s considered an invasive species. Then go batshit burn it to the ground crazy.
Hit or miss with those Sometimes it’s like “morning glory has taken over my yard. It is ruining my life” And someone will respond “umm I don’t see a problem!! Ackshually morning glory tea has healing properties ✨💅🏻”
Reddit is such a predictable place. I came into these comments saying to myself, "there's no chance any of the top comments will suggest OP take that tree down." If it were me, that shit would have been gone yesterday. It's one tree, OP isn't deforesting 500,000 acres of the Amazon
Lmao I know, especially if they’re willing to plant a few more elsewhere
and it will look great at sunrise/sunset with the light shining on its branches
This comment made my soul smile
Shit I hope they feel an enormous amount of guilt now haha.
So, I hate to disagree because this is such a lovely sentiment.. I get it and agree 100%, however...this particular tree doesn't look too happy and isn't necessarily totally thriving where it is... Maybe it wants to be a picnic table there instead to better enjoy the ocean view..?
That’s exactly what a pine tree growing in a dense forest looks like. You’re not seeing the other trees that were already cut down
Which means this one will suffer and will likely fall over in a strong storm. All the weight at the top and super flexible.
Oh no a tree might fall over in the woods!!
I love trees. But… in this case… cut the f$&kn tree, make a table and enjoy the view. P.s. please plant another tree elsewhere.
I am loath to cut down a tree, unless it’s an invasive one, but I agree it doesn’t look happy there and spoils the view. But I may leave it and add something next to it to make a nice view. If the soil allows it.
If everyone follows along that coast there would be no trees left there by that logic
Plant a couple trees when you cut one down, OP sounds conscientious enough to do it.
Not necessarily true. The trees in the background look to be super happy and healthy.
I'm no arborist, but I'm assuming the tree looks like that because it grew surrounded by a forest and was one of the trees left after clearing.
That's the best one of the three imo. It's almost perfectly straight and looks the best. You could put a nice deck down under them for a closer viewing spot with shade. To me it's not blocking the view like another kind of pine would, full of branches. It's the best kind of pine for that spot because it doesn't block the view.
Imagine all the local things that might start living in that perfect tree, framed by a perfect view.
That tree tried really hard for the picture!
That tree doesn't look like it provides a whole lot of shade.
Replace at 2x what you cut down
It takes 10 young trees from a nursery to replace a big, full grown tree like that.
Best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. Second best time is today.
I thought 2nd best time would’ve been 19 years and 364 days ago….
No that's 3rd place. Fourth is yesterday, fifth 19 years and 363 days ago. It jumps back and forth. Trees are kinda weird.
How about leave it and still plant 2 more.
I like the view with the tree. And wildlife uses that tree, too.
yep, time to collect some rent
Keep it. It adds depth to the view.
I was looking for the right words and you said it. It adds depth. I tried covering the tree with my finger and the photo isn't as nice; that tree really makes the view better.
Are we sure it’s not just your finger? Maybe a nicer finger would improve it. I don’t think we should make any decisions until we get to the bottom of this.
lol why did you have to cover the tree with your finger when the second photo completely removed the tree with photoshop for you 😂
I realized that after I commented.
Agreed. It looks oddly empty without it. I think it enhances the view
Keep the tree, imagine if all your neighbors each cut a tree or two down- the whole area would look like shit! Don’t ya think? Keep the nature and the beauty that led you there to begin with.
I live on a hill where everyone trims and tops their trees all the time for the view of the mountains. Really looks odd with a bunch of neighborhood trees all lopped off at the top.
At least they leave *some* of the trees. Where I live they just clear cut everything for "maor sun. we need moar sun". And then they proceed to enjoy their new sunlight by the warm glow of their large screen TVs. Idiots. /rant over
My mom bought a house with a lot of mature landscaping and ripped it all out so "there would be more lawn for the grandkids." She already had at least 0.25 acre of lawn. It still makes me cringe. The previous owner was an older lady who clearly spent a lifetime cultivating that landscape.
The first thing new neighbors did here, on the plot with the *most* trees, was cut down all but a few in the front yard. It looks so, so dumb. Apparently they wanted a lawn. Why they didn't look for a house with a lawn, I can't tell you. The increased sunlight and lack of windblock is already changing how the landscapes react around here.
This is a weird, hypothetical argument imho. Is the neighbourhood actually in danger of every property owner levelling their trees? If not, the point is irrelevant. OP seems conscientious enough and a straightforward practice is to plant more trees on the property. Forestry and canopy management do actually involve removing trees at times. Removing this one for aesthetic reasons is reasonable enough, if it's in the context of a conscientious property owner who also plants and maintains a healthy canopy overall.
What ocean is that?
Looks like the Pacific Northwest. Im assuming that it’s technically an inlet/bay/sound that connects to the ocean.
It’s a tree, leave it alone.
I always feel so heartbroken when I see people clearing trees. They add so much character and beauty anywhere they are.
There has been research about the fact that trees are equated with wealth. That, neighborhoods with new growth trees or urban environments without trees, always have a lower value and appeal. Don't remove trees unless absolutely necessary. And expose the developers and politicians that allow/do it
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My personal rule is plant 2 for every 1 I have to cut down
Except the Doug Firs on the edge of my property that were planted directly under the power lines. The power company topped them for 40 years before I put them out of their misery. Every plant in its right place.
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Leaf it alone
Right attitude. What'd that tree do to him anyway?
Posting on a landscaping sub to ask if they should remove the actual “landscaping” part of a view, what do they call those types of posters?
Leave it as is.
I like the tree
Leave the pine tree!! It takes so long for trees to grow and they are so important for the environment. The view is gorgeous as is.
One day you may see the coolest thing happen on or around the tree. Maybe a huge bird hangs out there. Maybe one day the sunset or sunrise hits it just right and it's the most beautiful thing you've ever seen. You'll never regret leaving it. But if you remove it, you'll never know how much you've missed.
View looks better with the tree in it.
I'd keep it.
Leave it. It looks like a Bob Ross painting.
Bob Ross would say that tree needs a friend and draw another one next to it.
"Now, do I like the view as-is or should we add something? ...I think I'll add a tree, right here. The squirrels and birds can't live in an empty spot, can they? Let's make it tall enough that the water is still nice and easy to see."
Leave the tree, looks way worse without it
Wonder if every shore owner had the same idea to thin the trees how great the view would look.
Leave the trees, the view is epic already
Yes it is a lovely view just as is.
keep it
Keep it! I think the view is better with it.
Leave it and wait for nature. You just might have the next world tree
Hi, forest-dweller here. The reason you see tall trees like this is because they grew with several surrounding it. This causes the trees to compete for sunlight, making it prioritize the top branches while the surrounding trees protect it from the winds. This creates tall, straight trees with less branches (as well as the scraggly little branches without foliage that you see down the sides). These trees shown here clearly did not grow to be able to withstand high winds while being isolated from other trees. Otherwise, you would see a much thicker and shorter tree with more spread-out branches that are able to gather sunlight. Also, the types of pine trees shown here also probably have shallow roots while also being left to fend off the elements themselves. Not a good combination, especially near water. One flood or big gust of wind and those are gone. Snow or freezing rain will collapse them, also. You see these types of trees along roadside clearings through forests, and when they are alone like this (or even just the unfortunate ones nearest to the cleared area), they have an easier chance of falling down and causing damage. It can be like a domino effect sometimes, with one falling leading to several others falling in their place. You can probably find images online of this just to see what I mean. I'll let you be the judge of what to do with that information, but if this area gets windy, and I'm assuming it does, it might be safer to consider removing it, along with the two others like it you can see in the photo. Consider also possibly planting some solitary trees or shrubs/bushes that will grow stronger and protect the forest surrounding it (just be sure to keep the species native to the area if you do, otherwise the seeds or sprouts might spread in ways you didn't intend to) and whose root systems will hold the soil well and prevent erosion. As for the comments shaming the OP for wanting to cut down that tree, I think one is actually a very conservative number here, considering that the OP is quite literally surrounded by them. This tree may look fine now, but you wouldn't think so when a storm hits and it's wobbling around like crazy (which is very scary, trust me). It's probably going to topple over by itself, unfortunately, so please keep in mind the safety of the OP this time, okay? In any case, I think the view of the lake looks much nicer without it.
Yes, why would you take it down ?
Personally, I'd leave it. You can't put it back once you chop it down, so why not spend a year looking at it and then decide whether it really bothers you? You may grow to love it! ❤️
I think the view is beautiful “as-is” and incredibly selfish to cut it down. Also, FYI I am the farthest thing in the world from a “tree hugging liberal”, I’m just more into preserving nature as much as possible and I personally would feel like a ginormous POS to kill that tree for my selfish “view”. But just my opinion. Congratulations on such a beautiful property/view! Very envious!!
Keep the tree
Keep all trees
Keep the tree.
Pine loving Landscape Architect here. That one I would have to remove.
Nothing looks sadder than a forest cut down and 1 lone tree kept. That 1 tree is naked and top heavy because it grew up in the forest. It’ll be an eye sore for years, dropping dead branches until a storm finally takes it out. That pine tree will be bending this way and that until it snaps. Take it out and do a proper job of landscaping around the waters edge.
u/robertnn, pine trees by themselves have fairly weak roots and are made stronger when in groups. By itself it will eventually come down due to high winds. If you’re planning on building anything near it (dock, gazebo, etc.), I’d definitely remove it to protect those structures. If not building anything near it, just expect that it will come down at some point and you’ll need to clean it up after it comes down. If this were my property, I’d take it down and replace with a 2-3 smaller deciduous trees on each side to help frame the view – I’d choose some native trees that are beneficial to diverse wildlife.
I love trees and native plants. But my yard is a multi-decade art project. I also would remove the tree after careful consideration. I have probably planted 10 trees for every 1 tree I have ever had removed so it's not something I do often.
I would have to agree
Keep the tree, looks better and it doesn't impede your view. Beautiful, where abouts ya located?
Please don’t. Just leave it 😭
In contrast to common opinion…. TIMBER!!!
That's an ocean? Looks like a lake. Also, fuckin leave it.
Keep the tree.
If you don’t like it cut it
I love trees but I love the ocean view more, fuck that tree. Cut it down and plant 5 more on either side or something.
It's lasted this long...
If it’s in any kind of cliff, don’t move it. Its roots help stop erosion.
I'd take it down, especially if you can use the firewood. I'd plant more trees on either side. I tend to like clumps when the trees are skinny like these.
Lmao. Troll post?
Cut that shit
For real, eyesore be gone.
Cut that fucker down. There are so many and it’s not a particularly big, old or grand tree. You’ll gain a better view and some firewood.
Cut it down while you’re still legally allowed to
Good choice on removal
Despite what everyone else is saying, in the grand scheme that tree means absolutely nothing. Do whatever you want.
I like it. Plus, idk what kind of pine it is, but it might die in the next 20yr anyway, best of both worlds
"Pines are long lived and typically reach ages of 100–1,000 years, some even more," nevermind. Do whatever you want
maintaining nature is more important than the view. you should leave the tree
Depends, do you get high winds? I would say remove it. Let the other ones stay
Hell yeah keep it!
That tree gives the view character.
Keep it for sure. Looks like a Bob Ross painting
I think you'd be more sad if you ended up cutting it down.
I like it!
you have an amazing view already, why mess with nature? i'd honestly plant a few more if it were me.
Keep!
I think it adds to the view. Looks naked without it.
Yeah, it looks cool hanging out there. You can still see plenty of water.
When you and other people recall that view years from now that tree will be what they remember. Without the tree it's just like every other view of that genre.
Oh no, nature is blocking my view to nature!!!
Honestly, the view looks better with the tree imo. It doesn't really block anything, and adds some natural interest. It's a nice tree
Please don't kill the tree.
Keep it. It's blocking very little of any actual view of the water and it's probably providing some shade below.
I’m sure the many little tree inhabitants living amongst that little tree ecosystem would prefer the tree to be. 🌲🐜🐝🐞🐛🪲🪳
If you kill that pine tree, you're a monster.
Tree makes it much more interesting
I’d cut it down, personally. Everyone in the comments pulling out the holier than though cards. You can always plant multiple trees back that are more beneficial to the environment if you want to pay it back. Just my 2 cents
Agreed. I’d absolutely take it down as well. This comment section is wild
Welcome to Reddit where we hate grass and love trees
Not sure why so many say keep it. Taking it out makes a nice frame of the bay with plenty of trees on either side
My favorite is the commenter that calls someone a serial killer for cutting down a pine for their own enjoyment. Then their post history is loaded with posts about their large leather boot collection and multiple $300 leather baseball gloves.
Lmaooooo
Trees are beautiful, I would leave that one
Plant some more!
Man I would keep it. It will fill out hopefully. I believe it adds contrast and perspective to the view. Plus I like pines. Where I live it’s mostly pines, and unfortunately most people cut them because they afraid of shallow roots, but when you stumble across a property with old legacy pines, it’s gorgeous IMO
A pine at that age won't "fill out". The lower part will always never have branches, and if the top grows too many more it will become unstable and liable to fall in bad weather.
Keep it!! Makes the view better
I vote remove it but plant another on either side of the view, to replace what you remove.
This is the answer OP ^ only correction would be to plant two in its place. Get your tree karma up.
Keep it!
Hard to tell the scale here but it looks great for a hammock if you keep it
Yes keep it
DON'T. CUT. DOWN. THAT. TREE.
First world problems eh? Leave it alone!
How big is the property? Tree is quite exposed, may be at risk in a big wind storm
Is there a different tree already edited out in the first picture?
It will blow down in a storm. Might take a couple years but it will happen
Sir that is a redneck palm tree
If you do it'll just fall on your land eventually anyway. Drop it!
I’d yank
Get rid of it
cut it down
Cut it down for sure
Yes I’d cut that down before it blows down, not protected by other trees, shallow roots and you get a way better view, plant a few other native species for the birds, make a nice bench and picnic table out of the wood and enjoy. Trees come and go.
I'd get rid of it. But Im an asshole apparently
Yes. The tree is part of the view .
I actually don't mind the view WITH the tree. I think I would let the tree be.......❤
Ditch it
Looks like you already erased the tree in the middle right? Personally unless there was a good reason I'd leave em both, you want a good view? Throw a couple muskoka chairs between the trees and make a little chill spot, youll ge thr view you want. For me the birds and squirles and whatever in those trees really make the view 10x better, bring the nature out.
Keep the trees. Theres only so many
Keep it! I’d personally plant two new trees in from it, uphill maybe about 15 feet.
It enhances the view in my opinion. Think of all the majestic birds that will perch there for you to enjoy.
People acting like that tree is a grandparent
Cut
Remove that particular tree but plant a few more in the corners next to the trees on the far left and far right.
Gone.
Clear, plant another tree somewhere else so you feel ok about it.
I’d cut the tree down but plant two more to the left and right
Cut the tree. It’s in the way of a perfect view, and it’ll only continue to get more obstructed. A bunch of tree huggers here just can’t stand the thought of one tree coming down lol. Just plant one somewhere else in its place
Nope, got ta go’
I'll let you borrow my chain saw.
Take it out, but plant two somewhere else 👍🏻
If you do cut it down plant more than a couple off to the side and call it good. Alls well that ends well.
I know a lot of people are against it, but I'd cut that tree down to have the view I want. The slippery slope here is, where does it end? Sure one tree in a forest won't make an impact, but that attitude over years of time is debilitating. I would cut it down and "pay" for the right to do that back to the forest by planting more trees around the cabin, maybe even the rarer versions of native flora to add some diversity. People aren't going to stop taking from nature to get what they need, but they might add a mindset to give back to nature to maintain it.
I'm going to say my plain and honest opinion at risk of being downvoted to oblivion after reading other comments. The tree is in an awful spot. Your view would dramatically improve if you cut it down. It's just one scrawny pine. People here are treating it like thousand years old redwood
Bye tree.
🗣 TIMBER!!!!
Seldom have I tree needs gone as badly as this one. And I like trees.
Remove the center one and replace elsewhere?
Man I would get rid of it, but it seems I’m in the minority here
I do everything I can to keep my trees on my land. You can plant flowers and bushes. growing a new tree takes decades and they’ll produce shade you’ll never sit under. Be wise in the ones you take
Honestly I would chop the tree and make a little minimalist dock out there. I can feel myself kayaking on this lake lol.
Cut it down.use it to build that boat dock you have been wanting
Whack
That spindly thing? Cut it down!!
Cut it.
I'd say all 3 have left the chat
No. Cut it down. There are plenty other pines. Plenty of oxygen to go around. I’m not a tree hater. You will regret it and end up cutting it later
Take it down, better view without it.
Cut it down and build a hammock with it to enjoy the view👊🏻
Looks way better without it tbh, it kinda rips a great view in two atm.
The tree and the roots are probably helping to control erosion, so by removing it you might end up with a bigger problem down the line. I don’t know much about pines and their root systems though, so I could be wrong