There have been trees right next to the water that look like they will last for ever, and some trees that are 10 feet from the shore line that have died. What is the exact formula That is hard to tell. The decision of whether to keep the tree is What will happen if it dies DO YOU WANT IT IN THE WATER? HOW HARD IS IT TO CLEAN UP? Lately my advice is to let the tree stay and enjoy it as long as it lasts.

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