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Snapped branch

Posted: Wed May 13, 2015 12:09 pm
by Shelagh
I have a chinese elm which I love and cherish, but I'm no expert on shaping and pruning. To my heartbreak, my son got hold of my shears and took off a branch and the tree has lost its balance. After a few tears, I put the branch in some soil and perlite in the hope it might root. I don't know what I should do with the tree. Should I take out the opposite branch? It will be more balanced but it will be top heavy. Or should I wait and see if the stub gets shoots? I live in England and keep the tree indoors most of the time. I'll try and put some pictures up of before and after.

Re: Snapped branch

Posted: Thu May 14, 2015 1:19 pm
by Gnome
Shelagh,

Hello and welcome. Styling questions are subjective and not all see things the same way. Remember that it's a lot easier to cut a branch off than to regrow one. When in doubt wait, you can always cut it later.

Re: Snapped branch

Posted: Sun May 17, 2015 3:53 am
by Shelagh
Thank you! That's what I'll do.