In the English town of Poole on the English Channel, a 50-year-old magnolia was cut down, which was considered the tallest tree of its species in the UK. The cause was rotting of the trunk, which, according to experts, could have led to the tree falling onto a residential building. Snob.ru reports this with reference to The Guardian.
Magnolia, which decorated one of Poole's gardens with its bright pink flowers, attracted the attention of not only local residents, but also tourists.
The owners of a house in which a magnolia grew, turned to a gardener to assess its condition. An inspection revealed rotting of the trunk, which was reported to the city council.
The authorities, concerned about the safety of residents, decided to cut down the 18-meter tree.
The demolition of a 50-year-old magnolia was a sad event for many Poole residents, but experts say the measure was necessary to prevent possible tragedies.
