just.wing.it
Deadwood Head
Ha! That's cool dude!
Ha! That's cool dude!
Ha! That's cool dude!
If it was mine, I'd probably wire it out and see what I could do with what's there now (and then make a decision on chopping).Thanks! I was thinking of cutting ut right back to the lowest branch and making a new leader. Thoughts?
If it was mine, I'd probably wire it out and see what I could do with what's there now (and then make a decision on chopping).
But if you do decide to chop (which would allow you to build a much smaller tree in future), you should air layer that top off, looks to have some movement.
Phew.....Sheesh.............Yup......................Crap hornbeam over crappier rock. Sad, I know, but basically given to me by a fellow club member who was completely fed up.
I think the crossing roots (not addressed early on) and his adding cement to try to fill gaps between roots and rock (and failing badly) were the last straws for him. This effort stained both rock and roots and further degraded the composition.
Not sure if I'll pull it off rock and plant deeper next re-pot, or if I will seek out another rock that better accommodates the root growth (like one with a big, deep crevice).
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Beastmode.Good point. I have found with these i do not have to air layer. I have had 100% success with just cutting and planting straight into soil.
Hello,Good point, the idea in my head would be more about the journey. I have just started a couple with some ficus growing over statues and crystals.
Yes than is a likely outcome. I'm just enjoying experimenting with this. Is if gets swallowed I will enjoy problem solving that scenarioMan, those roots are getting thick.
The whole statue will be hidden one day.