need Preparation tips for lifting/collecting a landscape Shirasawanum Autumn Moon

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Looks like you have volunteers lining up for thread grafts!View attachment 536504

Yes I had to get another look at it today to reaffirm those branches were above the high graft. They're just so slow growing.
Should I begin wiring in a manner to direct the growth in the right direction? Might take 5 or 10 years to reach proper length. Might be better to order established cuttings for thread grafting.