On Sep 11, 11:24?am, Shane wrote:
Hello, I have a tree in my front yard that seems to be growing just
fine except on the very top. It looks like it's completely dead while
the rest of the tree is green. If I was to saw the top of the tree
down would that cause problems/damage the tree? Is there a special way
to saw the dead part without causing damage? Any information would be
greatly appreciated, Thanks.

Shane

Sounds like my white birch that gets a bit too much water... I just
leave the few dead portions to fall of their own volition, kind of a
steady storm of twigs. I see no reason you couldn't lop off the dead
top portion, if you can reach up there, maybe a pole pruner, I can't
reach mine, it's like 30 feet up... you have nothing to lose, just
don't get hurt, wear a hard hat.