Neighbour has cut into the trunk of a tree (approx 15 yrs old) about 12" from the base with a chainsaw, in a full circle around the trunk. The trees are on a common green play area and when questioned about why it was done, all knowledge was denied. 12 months later there is a distinct ring around the base of the trunk. Why would you do this to a tree?
there was no discussion at all about it. I didn't see it happen myself but had wondered why there was a ring marking around some of the trees on the green. Found out other day another neighbour saw it happen but didn't realise what was happening. Blasted neighbour - probably didn't appreciate having to clean up leaves or something equally stupid. The trees are there lot longer than the neighbours.