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choumi
I am wondering how important that back branch is to the overall design of your tree. I find that my tridents bud well for wounds where I cut branches off. Personally I would remove the thick back branch as I would be confident that the it will bud there with and you can have a smaller back branch.

There should be no ill affect on the tree if you leave the branch as is. I just prefer smaller shorter branches at the back. And branches without wire scars too.

David

6-Nov-2002	#7
DavidN bonsaiTALK ArchMaster Join Date: Oct-2002 Location: Melbourne Country: Australia USDA Zone: 9-10 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 3,348	choumi I am wondering how important that back branch is to the overall design of your tree. I find that my tridents bud well for wounds where I cut branches off. Personally I would remove the thick back branch as I would be confident that the it will bud there with and you can have a smaller back branch. There should be no ill affect on the tree if you leave the branch as is. I just prefer smaller shorter branches at the back. And branches without wire scars too. David