I just created this shari relic on a 3 year old procumbens nana cutting. I struck the cutting off the mother plant 3 years ago.
I didnt know exactly where the scar was going as I started, but it soon became clear.
While it was tedious, I enjoyed it; and now that it is complet, I look forward to watching this heal and add some unique characteristics to this little juniper.
by smokeone234566
2 Comments
Nice!
Bold move on such a young tree. The trunk and vascular systems are still very limited at that stage, so carving into it risks removing too much conductive tissue, which can slow growth or cause dieback above the cut. Junipers handle deadwood work well, but it’s usually much safer and more convincing visually once the trunk has gained more age and mass. It will be interesting to see how it reacts.