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[Ginda Fisher <ginda@concentric.net>]

I just planted some cornus mas.  I have no idea whether the wood is
pretty, but Fedco's catalog says it's tough and hard, and I was struck
by how very straight my saplings are.

Ginda Fisher

fuwafuwausagi@usa.net wrote:
> 
> Gang:
> 
> Hello...
> 
> I am seeking a bit of advice.
> 
> I am trying to figure out what tree I should plant form seed in order
> to get a small "pole".  Pears immediately sprang to mind, and
> perform exceptionally well, but I am open to other options.  I want  a
> very hard durable wood, and a beautiful wood to boot. It is imperative
> that it naturally grows in a verticle fashion to minimize training.
> 
> Basically I am trying to grow wood that is straight, about 8 feet in
> length and 2 to 2 1/2 inches in diameter.  I want  a very hard durable
> wood, and a beautiful wood to boot. It is imperative that it naturally
> grows in a verticle fashion to minimize training.
> 
> Thanking you in advance for any consideration you give this matter,
> 
> TFB
> 
> 
> 
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