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    Picea Abies

    It looks like quality material. Thanks for sharing! It might be easier to offer suggestions, if we had 1-2 shots in profile -- to best view the trunk line and branch structure. If you're able to do so, it would be much appreciated! Thank you!
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    Proper wiring techniques

    http://www.craftsy.com/class/bonsai-wiring-essentials/4616 You simply need to 'register' and then you can watch for free -- the total lesson is ~45 minutes and invaluable. I believe it addresses the specific issue you reference, in the last segment. Hope it helps. Colin Lewis is the...
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    Procumbens Nana Progression

    Great movement in the trunk! I'd enjoy seeing a few more pictures, if you're able to take some more from different angles.
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    Juniper first draft

    The portion that is in view is well done (I can tell you put some time into the virtual). I agree with Judy, though, that seeing the 'whole' image would elicit even more feedback, which might be beneficial for you! Good luck.
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    Could I have had an allergic reaction

    Being that the symptoms were localized to the fingers, and not systemic, I would not yet consider it an [serious] allergic reaction. However, it is likely that your fingers were irritated by the juniper needles, as it very common. The above advice of wearing some type of gloves for the...
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    Cascade Pot Ratios

    Haha -- I was thinking that's where I had been going wrong! It all makes sense now ;)
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    Cascade Pot Ratios

    I meant, thank you for posting the pictures of the trees -- it helped me to better understand what you had explained! :D
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    Cascade Pot Ratios

    The visuals are exceptionally helpful! I can see why this is also more appealing that the 'traditional' cascade pots. Thank you again!
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    Cascade Pot Ratios

    Very good to know -- now that I think of it, I have seem more "cube" pots being used for cascades. Thank you so much for your response and help!
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    Cascade Pot Ratios

    Hey everyone, I have a question regarding the specific ratio/dimensions for Cascade or Semi-Cascade bonsai pots. For other pots, a general rule of thumb seems to be the heigh should be approximately equal the trunk thickness and the width should be approximately 2/3 the heigh of the tree...
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    Beginner Category Box Store Challenge Final Photos

    _Shohin Procumbens_ Shohin Juniper Procumbens Nana -- Informal Upright, could very well become a Semi-Cascade one day. 3 hours spent detail wiring, placing foliage pads, and cleaning up final appearance of pads. Enjoy, and thanks for looking!
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    BEGINNER CATEGORY ENTRIES – Fall Box Store Challenge

    I found a 2.5qt (~1/2 gal) Juniper Procumbens Nana at Home Depot.
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    Book Suggestions

    I have found JKL's statement regarding both his suggestion of books to purchase -- while not overbuying -- as well as passing on Naka's books, to be true.
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    Book Suggestions

    I've read quite a few bonsai books, and have sold many that were good for one read -- but those which I have held on to and think very valuable for continual reference, include: Junipers - Master Series (available via Stone Lantern) Pines - Master Series (available via Stone Lantern) The Art...
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    Art of Natural Bonsai [WANTED] - Buy/Rent/Swap

    If anyone is interested in purchasing some of these books, I have listed many of them on the Bonsai Classifieds page on Facebook, in the current auction. Thanks.
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