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Elm - Big Decision

13 years ago

i have to decide which way to go with this elm.

1) the taller version and removing that fat side branch, or

2) chopping the trunk 1/3 of the way up and using that thick side branch as the new leader. note that thick branch is bulbous and scarred.

any suggestions?

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