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  1. SouthSoundTree

    Propping a small apple tree

    Seems like system with a two-dimensional support for the prop might be worth considering. If the tree's root system is already failing, some of the roots have been likely compromised by the tipping. It would be unfortunate to prop it in one direction, and have it tip to the side.
  2. SouthSoundTree

    Propping a small apple tree

    What about an aluminum pipe or two with hemispherical plasticy end-caps on a tapered end? or I-beam or t-post, with a tapered end, blunt and/ or plastic capped. Have it galvanized. As far as the plastic cap, it seems like until the tree grows around the prop and "holds" it rigidly, it will...
  3. SouthSoundTree

    Propping a small apple tree

    Seems overly complicated. I've not read the ISA propping BMP, but I seem to remember that a hole drilled into the tree a little bit, a la a partially drilled through-bolt hole, with a post to insert into the tree was one method suggested elsewhere. The support rod/ post can be inserted into a...
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