Recent content by chicago1980

It's good to ask questions and be curious. The flow is to the left in my mind. The lowest right beach eventually will be removed in the future and turned into deadwood. For now my wife enjoys the extreme branch to the right in the image which could work especially if it brings joy to my...

Updated photos of this prostrata I am focused on pushing myself to design classical or idealized Bonsai. My wiring has improved and I am more aware of the design and branch selection process. Next ideal steps. Continue to develop the apex Refine and mature the branches Reduce the root ball...

Thank you

I enjoy the style of the tree, and people's responses are great to see and read The display didn't ring my bell as much as the tree alone. Cheers to the discussion

Can you share other examples of this style? Thank you

If you are serious about the adventure I would highly recommend visiting Hidden Garden in Willowbrook. There is a 24x30 or maybe large tropical greenhouse with tropical bonsai. I'm sure Jeff would be willing to share his experience with you and some tips. Enjoy the adventure.

It's a wonderful place. See you there at Saturday bonsai or maybe a workshop with Mauro or Todd.

There are several nurseries and hydroponic stores throughout Chicago that sell pumice and lava. Also the above Hidden Garden in Willowbrook has akadama, pumice, and lava by the ton or in large bags. Also have well over 500+ yamadori for sale collected by Randy Knight.

That is excessive mark up. Where are you located? A $30 pot now being $500 seems almost unimaginable

Here is another of the higher end pots. Syuzan 51.2 x 39.4 x 15.2 cm.

Hope it recovers well

Who did you use to ship the tree?

How's this Western coming along?

Load perfectly fine on my phone and laptop. Thank you for putting the effort to into the photos and sharing. Looks to be a kick ass 4 week trip