No offence taken, @Fairygirl... as I said earlier to @margaret005, there's more than one right way to do things in the garden.
Once you're happy with the position of your tree tie (and yes, it should be the other way out - ribs inside), you can secure it to the stake with a nail hammered through the tie. You'll still be able to loosen the tie as the tree grows.
Since 2019 I've lived in east Clare, in the west of Ireland.
Also I notice that if I move the top part of the tree above the stake the bottom moves, as in moves the opposite way? Almost like a flexible stick haha if that makes sense? 😂
In short, the tree shouldn't move when you push on it. This is because, if wind can move the tree, you'll get "root rock". This will damage the roots and tree, and eventually uproot or kill it. If the roots lift when you push the tree, that's because they haven't grown out and held the tree yet - which is why you need the stake!
I hate to be a party pooper, but I'd say the stake is a bit high - at too big an angle, and therefore a bit near some branches. I'd also take a wee bit off it to stop the end catching and rubbing those branches. The stake is always better slightly lower rather than high as it anchors the roots, while allowing the top/trunk to move and strengthen up. Even 6 inches lower would be ideal. Probably best to leave it in situ now though.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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Once you're happy with the position of your tree tie (and yes, it should be the other way out - ribs inside), you can secure it to the stake with a nail hammered through the tie. You'll still be able to loosen the tie as the tree grows.
Probably best to leave it in situ now though.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...