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30-Apr-2007

Graydon

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Originally Posted by plainsbonsai

Thanks so much for your replies. I had no idea! Malt vinegar seems to be more or less a rarity in these parts. Could another type be used? I understand I would have to deal with the smell. What exactly is the affect that the vinegar has on the bark?

I have used a rice wine vinegar with good results. No effect on the bark except dead moss and liverwort. Note I have used it on pines with a cork bark and all was good.

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