Bone-sigh

It looks like you have a nice start with this tree. I'm not sure though that I like the three distinct levels of foliage(upper[apex], lower[first branch], middle[everything in between]). I would try to creat more distinction and variation in the apex, or upper level, to get rid of the three tierd look. It will give it more depth and also a more mature look. To do this create differnt "pads" so to speak in the upper level. I'm sure you know that, just want to be clear.

I have had my B.R. for about six years now (maybe longer, can't remember) so I know how difficult it is to bend old branches. But, if you could do something about your first branch that would be good. It is too straight for me, jutting right out of the trunk. Maybe you can get it to back-bud and hide that feature of the first branch.
I don't know how far down the trunk goes before you reach the nebari, but if you have room try air-layer it. I got better nebari on my B.R. that way. Not ideal nebari, but still better than what it was. It seems difficult to find excellent "ideal" nebari on these species.
Anyway, those are my thoughts. Let me know what you think.

Ryan

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