Page 1 of 1
why is a sacrifice branch so important?
Posted: December 24th, 2012, 7:46 am
by jme
I see a lot of people leaving a sacrifice branch (I think that's what it's called)
They let it grow untouched and then just cut it off later down the track. Why is this important?
Re: why is a sacrifice branch so important?
Posted: December 24th, 2012, 7:57 am
by EdwardH
The purpose of a sacrifice branch is to thicken the trunk, so the lower down thr trunk, the better the results.
Re: why is a sacrifice branch so important?
Posted: December 24th, 2012, 9:14 am
by Bougy Fan
It is best to have the sacrifce at the back as there will be a scar when it is removed. Also note the trunk thickens below the branch so not too low. You can use a branch for so long and then start another. The trunk will eventually thicken with a "lump" where the branch is and become unsightly.