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We have a client with an Arb hedge that is probably in the range of 14-15' tall. It was planted about 10 years ago so they're well established. Problem is that over the past winter or two the snow loads have caused many of the main stems to bend over.....quite a bit in some cases. We tried to tie all the leaders up together in hopes that they would support eachother but the ones that are falling over are putting too much force on the straight leaders causing them to lean with the crooked ones. A couple of them are almost touching the ground. After a couple attempts we abandoned the job to try to find a better answer and means of supporting plants of this size that are in such poor shape. We have a couple thoughts in our heads and have spoke with Bartlett on some different options but they all seem quite extreme. Does anyone have any good ideas or experience in handling something like this. There are probably 50 or so plants that make up 2 hedges, one on each side of the property. Other than this issue the Arbs are all in top condition and the client desperately wants to keep her privacy. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance