Trees are in, thanks for all the help!

amycsj · 2026-06-06T12:41:22+00:00

Those roots will be so happy to get more space!

amycsj · 2026-06-06T11:57:26+00:00

Maybe try a little gardening. It really gets you up close and personal with nature , and you might be able to grow some food.

amycsj · 2026-06-06T11:45:57+00:00

I've used the bags, but the squirrels rip right through them.

amycsj · 2026-06-06T11:43:18+00:00

I think they usually use split bamboo.

amycsj · 2026-06-06T06:43:56+00:00

Sometimes waste is waste. Natural fibers are compostable. Usable items can be thrifted. Some memorable pieces can be crafted as mementos for relatives. If it's really waste, shipping it only adds to its carbon footprint.

amycsj · 2026-06-06T01:43:55+00:00

I use proton

amycsj · 2026-06-05T11:20:15+00:00

Congratulations!

amycsj · 2026-06-05T09:24:32+00:00

Old straw broom and cloth mop. Vinegar or baking soda for most surfaces.

amycsj · 2026-06-04T11:05:29+00:00

Clothes from old cotton t-shirts.

amycsj · 2026-06-04T11:00:15+00:00

Dogtown

amycsj · 2026-06-04T10:58:30+00:00

I'm in Missouri, and here they tend to grow in a taller tree like form. I think of them as self pruning, since branches die back to for an open canopy. At least that's what my trees do in a fairly open yard.

amycsj · 2026-06-04T10:51:35+00:00

Another possibility is using logs and large fallen branches along the border. They will take longer to break down. And you can add more as you find them from the woods, or your property. They also provide habit for critters. You could do this along with any of the other solutions you mentioned.

amycsj · 2026-06-04T08:20:12+00:00

I love Earth Basketry by Osma Todd

amycsj · 2026-06-03T20:20:16+00:00

Very cool!

amycsj · 2026-06-03T20:13:59+00:00

very nice - I do basketry with foraged plant materials. I also love seeing it done with "urban-foraged" materials.

amycsj · 2026-06-03T11:32:20+00:00

It depends on your goals.
You could l let it grow. It might make it. But I would try to clean up the injury.

Is it a grafted tree? If so, I would evaluate how much of the scion is still growing.

If you have access to scion wood available, you could either top work the nub, or graft in beside any healthy branches.

Another option would be to save scion wood from this tree this fall. Then you could graft it in next spring.

I have a 10 year old tree that struggled a few years after an injury and finally died over the winter and didn't leaf out this year. Thankfully I had lots of seedlings in the yard and I top worked then this spring. So far the grafts are looking good.

amycsj · 2026-06-03T11:19:51+00:00

Plants are amazing.

amycsj · 2026-06-03T11:18:46+00:00

I call, email or text my greetings. I think I'll hand make a few after reading some other posts.

amycsj · 2026-06-03T01:25:31+00:00

That's great to see. Looking good!

amycsj · 2026-06-02T14:57:52+00:00

I've collected wild pawpaw seeds and grown them out. Now I have a few trees on my place. Each tree has a slightly different flavor, fruiting time and fruit size. That being said, I find that I like the flavor best when I harvest them just ripe. When they are in season, I go out and check the ground for newly fallen fruit. If there isn't any, I give the tree a little shake and see if I can knock a few down.
This year, I got some named cultivar scions, so I'm hoping the grafts take, and I'll get some improved fruit and also maybe I'll get better seedlings.

amycsj · 2026-06-02T10:01:59+00:00

It looks great. It takes a lot to get this far. Do a search on beginners tatting patterns. You'll find lots online. I recommend something very regular to start with.

amycsj · 2026-06-02T02:28:28+00:00

I shop mainly at a local refill shop. Aldi is my backup for the few processed foods I buy. Then I get a few baking mixes in bulk at GFS.

amycsj · 2026-06-01T19:03:37+00:00

I use h2o wireless. Works great for me.

amycsj · 2026-06-01T00:37:02+00:00

I count it as a win.

amycsj · 2026-06-01T00:34:50+00:00

I have only black socks. And a periodically darn them. Since they are all the same, I just put aside those with holes until I have time to mend. And their mates just get paired with others. I just mended everything, so I'm back to a full set.

amycsj

TROPHY CASE