Viewing post #2805041 by Arico

BigBill said: Just put in a taller stake. Tie it back to the stake to straighten it. Once it developes some girth and strength, you can remove the stake.
Straight line winds can snap mature trees rather easily. I would not have faith that if left unsupported, it will be fine with the wind and breezes.

This tree isn't growing in a wind prone area like the Highlands or a mountain top. In those places you can indeed see trees growing at a fair angle (near horizontal actually).
In a 'normal' suburban garden setting this is rarely an issue.