Yandrosxx

I noticed this tree some months ago on my morning commute. So, this morning I decided to investigate. Much to my surprise, it's a pretty nice elm.

But, on closer inspection, it appears to be a sucker that grew from an exposed root system. You can see the main root extending from either side of its base in the pictures below.

I intend to air layer it. And was wondering should I air layer it where it meets the main root, or should I air layer the main root on either side? Should I air layer the base and then cut the main root?

My thought, if successful, is to eventually train it as a cascade or semi cascade. Anyone think I'm seeing it wrong?

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	Elm4(Edit).jpg (68.1 KB, 56 views)

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