I can't show you any before and after photos, but I have about 50 Redwood trees on my property. It takes about 3 years for one to get 3 foot tall. After that they grow 6-8 feet per year. I used to keep all the ones close to the house topped but they're getting away from me. They are relentless.
Some day a big wind will come through here and "smash".... no more Eel!
Eel