This was planted 11/3 I was attempting some LST and this bottom branch broke (not completely )
I braced the branch and patched the brake with duct tape.
That was about a week ago.
As you can see the leaves are pretty wilted still.
Should I remove it or will it come back?
It does feel solid now and it is supporting itself now.
Thanks in advance
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Can we get a closeup of the brake?
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Put some honey on it. It will aide in the fusion process.
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Also use pipe thread tape or electrical tape instead of duct tape. It needs to be able to stretch with plant growth. Duct tape is reinforced and will not stretch.
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Thanks GregT!
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Nice never thought of that
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Sorry man, my experience is once the leaves start to show wilt, they will never recover fully. I have broken many branches over the years, some almost severed, but gently holding them in their natural position saves it. I use anything I can to hold it in place, string, sticks, props, Over time it mends.
Thanks Greg! I put a little honey at the break, and it seems to be helping.
The flowers, and leaves on it are perking up and starting to look happy again!
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Glad it worked for you buddy!
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