Bougie

[Paul F.]

I rescued this bougie from one of my friends. I t was half dead and I brought it back to life… but I don’t really know which branch to cut… the lowest branch sticks straight out from the front of the tree and there’s also another one in the back. Any suggestions? I wanted to leave the bottom branch because my thinking is that it would probably help the main trunk thicken but that could be a pipe dream. Only problem is that it’s completely in the way. Whatcha all think? I know the pot is horrid but only one I had at the time.

 

[Srt8madness]

Vines thicken from growing long and unrestricted, so I don't think a sacrifice will work to thicken the main trunk like most deciduous trees. I'm dealing with similar questions on my own bougies.

 

[Carol 83]

I would get rid of that bottom branch if it was mine. Heading your way tomorrow for an anniversary trip.

 

[Paul F.]

I would get rid of that bottom branch if it was mine. Heading your way tomorrow for an anniversary trip.

Down to the Keys?? Awesome!! Enjoy.. it’s hotter than satan’s back side though.

 

[Paul F.]

Vines thicken from growing long and unrestricted, so I don't think a sacrifice will work to thicken the main trunk like most deciduous trees. I'm dealing with similar questions on my own bougies.

Yea I didn’t think so.. if I cut it, if when I cut it, should I cut it super close? Like right up against the trunk?

 

[milehigh_7]

My vote is to cut it.

 

[Srt8madness]

Yea I didn’t think so.. if I cut it, if when I cut it, should I cut it super close? Like right up against the trunk?

I would cut it flush, yes

 

[Carol 83]

Down to the Keys?? Awesome!! Enjoy.. it’s hotter than satan’s back side though.

Yes it is but happy hour helped some.