In a message dated 3/22/2003 6:28:59 PM Eastern Standard Time, writes:

Is there any way to
bind the dangling branches to save them?

The good news is that branches can be saved IF you have sufficient tissue connected on the still attached side. Do the following:

1. Soak raffia in water.
2. Attach a piece to the tree such that it can serve as an anchor.
3. Place a length of aluminum wire (3mm)under the aligned branch. Place the wire on the side which is not broken.
4. Apply Crazy Glue to the broke ends of the branch and then connect the ends.
5. Wrap the branch with the raffia.
6. Do not remove the raffia for at least 4-6 weeks.

Cordially,

Michael Persiano
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