Planted a pecan tree sapling late in the season, early June. Put some
Scotts tree soil at bottom of pit. Not much growth response first two
months, then some topping growth. Now, there much growth at bottom of main
branch, lots of growth mostly in the form of new small branches and leaves.
The tree seems concentrating its growth on the bottom now. Drip irrigation
with water hose for 12 hours every two weeks. Added a tree food spike 30
inches from main branch of the tree. Drip irrigation is moistening the
spike.

Next early spring, should I expect the lower growth concentration to
continue? Should I try to modify this by pruning some lower growth?