Looking now at this photo taken in August, I'm gratified to note that the tree has regrown significantly! However it will need careful pruning to regain health and stability. The delicate white flower of this tree was the subject of yesterday's image."> Looking now at this photo taken in August, I'm gratified to note that the tree has regrown significantly! However it will need careful pruning to regain health and stability. The delicate white flower of this tree was the subject of yesterday's image."/>

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Illegal Pruning

© Martha R. Mazon

Illegal Pruning

Uploaded: November 15, 2012

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In San Francisco, the street trees belong to the adjacent property owner, but the city regulates their maintenance. This is an example of illegal pruning called "topping". While it doesn't kill the tree, the damage is significant. The person who did this is appealing the fine imposed by the city. The hearing scheduled for this matter yesterday had to be postponed due to a power outage at City Hall.

Looking now at this photo taken in August, I'm gratified to note that the tree has regrown significantly! However it will need careful pruning to regain health and stability. The delicate white flower of this tree was the subject of yesterday's image.

Exif: F Number: 13, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/160 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 105.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

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Martha R. Mazon level-classic November 15, 2012

A (locally) rare Joy Perfume Tree Magnolia (Michelia) champaca 'alba' on a street in San Francisco. #1498522

Tiia Vissak November 15, 2012

a great story-telling image! #10419767

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