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Prepare the tree for layering

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Decide the position and angle of the Check the diameter of the trunk and Measure the distance from the top
layer. Normally it will be horizontal calculate the size of the layer. For best downward and make a small mark so
but it is possible to create an angled results it should be approximately one- you know roughly where to make the
layer. Remove any branches that are and-a-half times the diameter of the cuts. You do not have to be accurate to
going to be in the way. trunk or branch. the last millimeter: this is just a guide.

Top of layer

Mark the path with
a pen or pencil to
help stay on track Bottom
of layer

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Use a clean, sharp knife and make the Carefully score a line down the trunk If necessary, slide a chisel under
upper incision: cut through the cambium to join the two incisions together, the bark and use it to help pry
layers to the heartwood in a straight line making sure that you cut right the collar of cambium tissues
all the way around the trunk. Do exactly through to the heartwood. away from the heartwood.
the same at the bottom of the layer.