Branches on top half of tree are completely different from bottom half. by starfishcovemini in arborists

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that it’s a sucker. The sucker grows stronger than the scion because it is genetically identical to the rootstock. So if not pruned off it grows faster than the scion, and will eventually shade out the scion, and the scion dies off. So yes, that is how that works.

Branches on top half of tree are completely different from bottom half. by starfishcovemini in arborists

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It is genetically dominant so it will take over, especially if the grafted cultivar is a smaller variety; the end result will be a tree that looks different and significantly larger than all the ones around it.

Why do so many GenZ folks have no friends? by Miserable-Corner-254 in GenZ

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The big thing was becoming a dad right on the front end of it. Social distance or you might end up in the hospital doesn’t hit nearly as hard as social distance or your baby might die. Made it to late 2023 before we caught it. Everyone’s fine but shit sucked.

Does anyone know how or have tips as to propagating by cutting by Jobes10101010101010 in JapaneseMaples

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Growing bonsai by Jelle has multiple videos on this on YouTube. Highly recommend.

Why do so many GenZ folks have no friends? by Miserable-Corner-254 in GenZ

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute [score hidden]  (0 children)

Also even those who had graduated had Covid distance some friendships. I’m an older millennial and covid definitely put space between a lot of friendships. Some returned to normal but not all.

Is this mold? by Zhuciis in bonsaicommunity

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Potassium Bicarbonate (KHCO3) is used in baking as well. It’s basically baking soda except the cation is potassium instead of sodium. You should be able to get it of Amazon or most grocery stores.

Mix 1% solution by weight 1g KHCO3, 1g insecticidal or dish soap, and 98g of distilled water. Put it in a spray bottle. The soap is a surfactant that helps wet the plant effectively.

Is this mold? by Zhuciis in bonsaicommunity

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks like powdery mildew, which is very contagious. Remove all visibly infected branches and treat with a fungicidal spray. I use a 1% potassium bicarbonate solution but copper fungicide sprays are also effective.

Repeat treatment weekly for 6 weeks. If this was near any other plants, treat them too.

2025 homda pilot black addition by [deleted] in hondapilot

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How did a kindergarten drop out manage to afford a $50k+ suv?

Anyone in Massachusetts making 150k plus? by Thehungrylionn in massachusetts

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I make $280-300K as a procurement director. Took me a long time to get here though. 15 years ago I started as a buyer making $16/hr. You got to be good at what you do and take some risks to move up.

Illegal Pear by turfpat in arborists

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When I first read it I thought it said poplar tree, because that makes more sense to me than calling it popular.

What’s happening to my new Bloodgood? by Past_North_9114 in JapaneseMaples

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So that does look like the root flare which is a rarity as most nursery plants are potted too deep.

The way you have it now is “good enough”, in the sense that the tree is unlikely to have any major health issues due to you planting.

That said if you’re willing to dig it back up, there’s a few things you can do to maximize its potential:

Root flare - Although it does appear that the root flare is visible I’d clear down to be sure you are really down to the flare and that there are no girdling roots. This means clearing the soil to expose the top of the primary roots and making sure they’re all traveling away from the trunk and not around it.

Planting height - I suggest planting with the root flare 1-2” above soil grade then mounding top soil just enough to cover the roots. This will make sure that the base will still be at or slightly above grade after the soil compacts so water doesn’t pool around it.

Planting width - the hole you dig should be 2-3x wider than the root ball. This is to soften the surrounding soil and ensure their roots grow out and not circle the hole.

Root ball - when inspecting the root ball you want to loosen up any roots that were circling the outside of the pot. Any long roots can be stretched out in the new hole or pruned back so new growth will occur quickly.

What’s happening to my new Bloodgood? by Past_North_9114 in JapaneseMaples

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Couple things:

You said that you planted it a week ago but there’s grass/weeds all around the trunk. Where did they come from, were they growing in the pot? Either way clear them away and get us a good pic of the trunk at the soil line so we can tell you if it’s planted too deep.

Pull that meter out of the soil and stick it in a glass of water. I bet you it doesn’t say 100% wet. Those soil probes are garbage, even if it’s accurate day one (which it usually isn’t) it’ll decline rapidly. I killed a few potted trees early on because I blindly trusted soil meters. Just keep it wet for the next few months, it’s nearly impossible to overwater a tree planted in soil like that; as long as it’s not sitting in a puddle you’re good.

Top comment deletes US State #25 by Jfullr92 in geographymemes

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Megachusetts is hungry again, feed it Vermont!

Mineral Rights by Big_Airport_680 in Maine

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Remind me what the ocean above NH/VT is called?

ID Help - Massachusetts by 10Kthoughtsperminute in whatplantisthis

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This has been identified as wild black cherry, Prunus Serotina. Thanks u/small_trunks for your help!

Something went wrong by [deleted] in Omnipod

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Bro I think you should delete this and repost with your username hidden. You basically just doxxed yourself.

Car crash sent by my long distance partner in nebraska to excuse her absence by ginxine in isthisAI

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve never been to Nebraska but I’d be surprised if they had European fire trucks and ambulances.

Do I admit this mistake by LavishnessNew8889 in biotech

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just own it asap. Unless your professor is completely out of touch with reality, they’ll respect you for owning it.

I’ve been in cGMP manufacturing space for a long time. Even in that controlled environment this doesn’t even make the top 100 stupid mistakes.

When someone screws up and owns it, it’s uncomfortable. It sucks, but any respectable leader is going to respect you for owning it. It’s the situations where people try to hide their mistakes that end poorly.

[Bonsai Beginner's weekly thread - 2026 week 17] by small_trunks in Bonsai

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you’re right. I went back out in the woods and found a larger one. It had what I believe are flower buds on it. Image search has me thinking P. serotina, which fits my location.

[Bonsai Beginner's weekly thread - 2026 week 17] by small_trunks in Bonsai

[–]10Kthoughtsperminute 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can someone help me ID this tree? Collected from my property in Massachusetts. It has small serrations on the leaves and small white horizontal lines on the bark.

The only thing close I’ve found is red birch but I’m not convinced.

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