European beech group

zube

I put this together today, and thought I would post a picture for some comments. The photos didn't turn out too well, it's cloudy and raining. I've had four of the trees for quite a few years. My wife bought them for me as a group of four probably 8 years ago. They weren't arranged too well in the least, were very top heavy, and I always wanted to add another tree. Several years ago I started reducing the height. I proceeded cautiously at first, with some good advice from Mark R. It worked so well that I reduced them yet again last year. I had also picked up a fifth tree along the way. I'm fairly pleased with how it came out. I managed to get the bigger scars turned to the back. The pot is 19" long, by Jim Barrett. Comments are always welcome,
zube

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Aaron_K

Hi Zube,

I think this has been a great improvement on what was originally bought. The new tree placements are much better, adding balance to the composition. The height reduction is also a step in the right direction too in my mind. The siting of the smaller tree at the rear adds to the feeling of depth and distance, and I'm almost tempted to take a walk along the path through the woods, just to see where it goes.

I'm sure this will improve with age. I've attached a quick virtual of what it might look like with some moss added, thereby defining the footpath and inviting the viewers eye.

All the best,

Aaron

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TimZ8

Zube,

Great job...big improvement. You are going to really enjoy it this year.

I wish I could work with beech in my climate

Tim

zube

Thanks, guys. I'll try to take some better pictures in the upcoming weeks. Should have some leaves if the weather continues. My 'Kiyohime' maple had leaves started before New Year's.
Take care,
zube

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zube

It was a nice sunny day, so I took some better pictures. Front, back, right, left, and overhead. Still have some big branches to do away with in the next few years, but it's a start.
zube

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Aaron_K

Hi Zube,

I can really see the potential in this planting. Once you have all the branches in place and some good ramification, this will be a really nice piece.

All the best,

Aaron

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Vulpes pilum mutat, non mores!

"A fox may change its skin but never its character"

zube

Thanks Aaron!
Take care,
zube

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gregb

Hey Zube--have you painted your house Your beech group is developing well, thanks for posting. It puts me in mind of a little something I threw together using some Arizona alder I collected last March...now I might be motivated to get off my butt and post a photo of it as it goes from bare branch into

zube

Good to hear from you, Greg. You're pretty observant, the brick red house is now green. I'll be looking for your alders.
Take care,
zube

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