Matt R
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Peach Tree Sprouting Limbs on One Side

Hello folks -

I have an Elberta peach tree that's growing very well.. on one side! The limbless side is to the west, but the entire tree is in very good sunlight.

I had it tied off to help it grow straight. I'll admit that the knots were a bit tight, but an Elberta right next to it had the same set-up and is growing just fine. I did loosen the knots up, as you can tell by the picture, about a week ago.

I've never seen a tree growing limbs on only one side, and haven't been able to find anything via Google. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Matt
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JONA878
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My only suggestion Matt is to tie the growing branch into as upright a position as is possible without breaking it, and then turning it into the main leader of the tree.
You will always have a large 'kink' in the trunk of the tree....but it should work.

Matt R
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Ah.. perfect for that very top branch! Thanks! What about grafting another branch to the side that's lacking?

JONA878
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That would work too but it would take a long time to catch up.
good luck.



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