Robert

David,
I like your tree very well. You did an excellent job with the wiring.
I'm curious, were the curves in the trunk there at time of purchase, or did you enhance them? They're great curves.....gives the tree much movement. You have reason to be very pleased with this tree. It can only improve with age.....when the branches become thicker and with increased ramification. When this happens, don't let the pads become so thick that you can't see the branching and ramification. Many people become intrigued with thick pads, and let the interesting structure of the tree become hidden. Remember the concept, "keep the tree open enough to let the birds fly through".
Again, I think your tree is great.
Robert........in Sta.Cruz

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Robert.........in Sta.Cruz