Can I/How do I cut back this tree?
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Pine tree feel on dogwood. How do I straighten it back up?
Comments (15)Brandon7, that sounds very condescending. I know a lot about gardening, but not trees. I took the best bits of info and put a reasonable idea on how to fix the tree. Also, currently I have two jobs and no time to take pictures and do research on what other info you think I should provide. That's why I asked here. If this tree didn't mean anything to me I wouldn't have taken the time to cut off every limb with a handsaw then roll the tree off the dogwood, and bruise up my legs so bad that people gave me funny looks at church. I did this in remembrance of Christ, I was taught growing up that this tree symbolized His crucifixion and after what the storm did to my family and I, I needed a personal resurrection of knowing I could actually do something about all the bad events that had happened. Thank you for the luck, but I've got a loving God that will teach me what I need to do to care for His creation....See MoreMy Evergreen is Too tall, how do I cut it back?
Comments (6)this was once a cute little babe ... you can see.. whoever planted it.. had no clue.. that being a conifer.. it would NEVER stop growing.. it was improper planted.. at least 10 feet too close to the house .. in reality.. its got to go.. and it would be as simple as cutting it off at ground level ... and treating the stump .. if this were out on the back 5 acres.. sure.. play around with it.. and see if.. in 5 years.. you can renovate it ... but right there... on the front of the house.. it will be an eye sore for years to come get rid of it ... or.. top it.. and see for yourself.. how ugly it will be.. then get rid of it .... lol .. its all to your tolerance .... ken...See MoreHow do I cut back established escallonia hedge?
Comments (1)What have you decided to do with your hedge?...See MoreHow do I plant a tree by cutting a branch from the original?
Comments (1)In some species it is very difficult to get them to root. I think you will be better off buying yoursel an already grafted tree. But if you insist...: get an one-year old branch of about 8 inches with some buds. At the base, make a cut in an angle as to have a bigger area exposed; dip the base in some rooting hormones; plant it in a pot filled with some sterile (or not contaminated) wet potting mix; using some clear plastic and some wire, construct a little "greenhouse" around the pot; place it in the shade and wait... and wait... and wait. DO NOT TOUCH IT. When you see some leaves remove the plastic. When you notice that the roots are coming through the draining hole you can transplant it....See Moregardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
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