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bonsaiTALK Journeyman
Join Date: Feb-2004
Posts: 29
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Where To Make Trunk Chop On Maple??
Hi everyone,
I have a red maple that is about 3 yrs old and about 4 feet tall. The base of the trunk is nearly an inch in diameter, so I think it is time to make the first trunk chop. However, that is just my question... Is it time to make the chop?? If it is, where to I chop it off at? I have attached a picture of the tree but I warn you its not great...You cant really see the tree if the whole tree is presented in the picture, so its basically about 2 feet shown. The problem I am having is that the first branches are at a height of about 1 3/4 ft., which is pretty high... Do I cut below the branches and leave just a stick?? Will new branches form?? Thanks for your help!!
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