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Old 10-Aug-2007   #3
TBlake84
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Join Date: Jan-2006
Location: Londonderry, NH
Country: USA
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Originally Posted by AndyWilson
Yes they do, dont know about the syzigum paniculatum but trees do grow into brooms in nature...


Andy, technically yes, you're right. There are some species that are naturally adapted to growing in the broom fashion but any non-ornamental specimen won't grow like this on its own. I think my idea of a natural looking tree is a bit thwarted by where I live too. Our trees here grow tall and skinny with foliage spread out along the length of the tree. I simply have never seen a broom style tree in the wild.

I have attached two images of the tree and I think you'll agree with me that the styling looks fake.
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