Pond Boss Forums INTRO Questions & Observations Cutting trees off levee, dropping them in the pond

Here's my 2 cents. I wouldn't toss most trees or cut branches directly into my pond. There's been lots of discussion on the forum about this, but a primary concern is sap and tannins leaking from newly cut trees causing water toxicity (look for forum discussion on 'bucket tests'). Also, some trees (like black willow in particular) can root from cuttings and fallen branches. So you'd probably spread willow saplings to other banks if you toss those in.
Maybe make a pile and let them dry (for 6 months to a year) and then select some for structure piles.