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Also you might try training it in the ground, into some basic semblance of what you will want it look like.
If it's not under too many other large trees you might just try cutting some of the branches off these trees, so that more sunlight can get through. You can even fertilize it where it is.
This will cause things to move along much faster, and with less insult to the health of the tree. Then in late winter/early spring next year or even the next you can lift it. Try digging some other pines that are the same species or very similar in your area, to learn more, before lifting this sentimental piece.
Jeremy

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