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  1. CHUCHIN

    My trees got rejected for the National Show!

    Bill will usually write and tell you why...Needs more ramification, Too juvenile...etc...
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    All Zelkova.....or different?

    I agree with Brian. All zelkova...too many factors to list to try and explain difference in leaf size. James
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    Leaf issues in Trident & Boxwood

    Boxwood may have root rot. :( Leaf change happens but normally i understand from a friend just in the fall into a bronze color. Your color is a bit brown as oppose to bronze. Pot in a larger container water only when semi dry. Do not leave in full sun. Keep us posted. James
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    Off to the Show

    Lovely photos...breath of fresh air. Thanks for sharing
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    Apple trees suitable for bonsai?

    I believe the two best subjects are Nagasaki and Toringo(not sure of spelling).. Be ready to spray it down all the time James
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    Peter Warren Japanese Black Pine

    Amazing progression. I appreciate seeing this coming up again. Well on its way to being a stunning work of art. James
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    Overwintering - Apartment Balcony in D.C.

    Protect the tridents. Get yourself a cement tub from Home Depot and a bag of mulch. Bury pot and tree. Keep trees out of the wind.
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    A Short Video from the 4th US National Bonsai Exhibition...

    Loving that pear seriously. Folks art is subjective...while figurines in general are not my cup of tea I had great appreciation for the display.
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    hey Yall! new to bonsai here, need advice with this first Juniper please!!

    The exhibit was held in Rochester. It's a national exhibition but as the previous member said terrific opportunity to learn, commingle and broaden your senses. This btw is held every two years and will not occur again until 2017. Welcome to bonsai, bonsai nut remember failure is a lesson in...
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    Kimura's Garden

    Terrific!! Grateful to you for sharing. As a student of the art, this is very inspirational. James
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    Acer palmatum sharp's pygmy [#07]

    Mach5 it was awesome to get together with you, Brian and Nomiyama on Saturday. The visit to bills place was memorable. Folks please understand this tree that won best deciduous was all that!!! Meticulous, zero leaf burn in mid September , marriage tree to container just beautiful. Well deserved...
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    Alabama Bonsai Society Spring Show 5/17-18

    Nice stuff guys. Really enjoyed viewing... Chuchin
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    eBay seller 3017smith on sale

    I have no opinion about the seller or their arrangements. I would like to comment on two things: The Prices on ebay have been greater than Brussels site. I compared a few items in the past and this was obvious. Generally many of the items on ebay tend to be over priced. High retail...
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    is it worth it

    I'm very curious to see what you do with this... Keep us posted
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    Potomac Bonsai Association Spring Festival 2014

    Hi bud I never made it on Friday. Got hemmed up with work. Was out there today with my buddy for 3 hours. Agreed material wasn't all that great. Great to see a lot of my friends. Overall I enjoyed it generally the experience is fruitful. Ill be back tomorrow for about two hours. I did look...
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    Linden as bonsai

    I have seen and used Linden as bonsai. I owned one about 10 years ago and eventually sold it because I didnt like the growth habit. It was a european variety not great fall colors in my opinion. If its a must have it can work...Its been done.
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    Lifetime Tree Death Count

    Thank you for this point about Kobayashi. Maybe what would help us all one day is if some of these masters talked about this topic a little bit more. That greatness isn't an exemption from death... A great article about killing trees lol. I know Naka mentioned that the killing of trees was part...
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    trident - hasn't budded yet

    Real cold winter...still mid spring...do they feel brittle? Bark discolored?
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    some geen in buds

    I live in Maryland and all of my Tridents are in full leaf.. All trees garaged kept. Tridents are robust but softies when it comes to COLD!!!I hear different opinions but I say always always protect the feet on these guys...Dont work them too early either branches will die on you... In terms...
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    Lifetime Tree Death Count

    berobinson Just read your post! Heartbreaking to read but I bring encouragement and ask that you remain engaged in the art. I have been in bonsai for 15 Years and ask anyone who know me, I always say I am forever a student. I bring this up because Bonsai is always teaching me and I am always...
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    Korean Hornbeam

    Theres great history behind this tree and I think you have improved the tree significantly since I sold it to you years ago. I believe the design is still progressing and has not yet been completed. this will be a stunning tree once most of the design goals are achieved. I am very happy to see...
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    Maple Tree Identification

    RUBRUM Indeed...
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