will also remain reliant upon artificial support for an extended period of time.
Flexible ties allow limited movement
Proper tree staking will allow for limited movement of a young tree instead of locking a young trunk completely rigid. Typically, flexible ties that are secured lower on the trunk prove more effective than restrictive ties secured higher on the trunk.
Trust me when I say you want to pay attention to this particular detail. I have personally observed young trees that were strapped so tightly they had almost no movement whatsoever.
