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Hey JDL

Nice potential in that trident. I see what you mean about that first branch - definitely needs to come down a bit, doesn't it. What comes to mind for me is the technique of undercutting a branch. What I mean by this is cutting out a small wedge shape piece from the underside crotch of the branch, and then gently gently gently wiring the branch down. Removing the wedge of branch should help to allow you to come closer to being able to wire it so that it's horizontal.

Well, thats what came to mind for me. I'm curious to hear what others think. Good luck with this tree, and keep up posted - sounds like you've got the right idea here.

~Toby

20-Feb-2005	#2
Tobias bonsaiTALK Expert Join Date: Feb-2004 Location: Vermont Country: USA USDA Zone: 4 AHS Heat Zone: 3 Posts: 195	Hey JDL Nice potential in that trident. I see what you mean about that first branch - definitely needs to come down a bit, doesn't it. What comes to mind for me is the technique of undercutting a branch. What I mean by this is cutting out a small wedge shape piece from the underside crotch of the branch, and then gently gently gently wiring the branch down. Removing the wedge of branch should help to allow you to come closer to being able to wire it so that it's horizontal. Well, thats what came to mind for me. I'm curious to hear what others think. Good luck with this tree, and keep up posted - sounds like you've got the right idea here. ~Toby __________________ ~Self-proclaimed dendrophile!