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  1. kirk@localbonsai.com

    HELP! - Unknown Rooted Cutting

    Hi all, I've been experimenting with a homemade bubble propagator : http://localbonsai.com/update-preparations-for-a-bonsai-aeroponic-propagator-2/ Until now, all of my greenwood cuttings have failed (acer, abies, malus, betula, etc) except for this mystery cutting ! I don't even...
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    Braiding Aerial Roots on an Arboricola

    My umbrella tree is slowly coming along, check it out! http://localbonsai.com/braiding-aerial-roots-of-the-arboricola/ Comments appreciated
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    Hydroponic Techniques for Bonsai

    Hi everyone, I'm attempting to build an 'Aeroponic Bubble Cloner' to propagate softwood cuttings for bonsai, and I'm wondering if anyone has attempted a comparable set-up. The principle is to use the bursting of bubbles on the surface of water in the vicinity of softwood cuttings to...
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    Having Fun with Taxonomy

    Spent some time this weekend identifying trees, a fun pastime of mine - actually, the UMASS students did the work : ) I've found this to be a very useful skill in bonsai. -Kirk http://localbonsai.com/taxonomy-scavenger-hunt/
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    Quick Book Review - NATIVE NORTH AMERICAN PLANTS FOR BONSAI

    Hi all, Just wrote a review on a little-known gem of a book. http://localbonsai.com/native-north-american-plants-for-bonsai-an-abridged-book-review/
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    Nebari Reconstruction : from claw to exposed-root

    Comments, suggestions, or past experiences appreciated. - Kirk http://localbonsai.com/nebari-reconstruction-from-claw-to-exposed-root/
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    Favorite Artist ?

    Who's your favorite bonsai artist and why ? Spread the word of your favorite artists out there - post pictures of pots, trees, forests, etc. Thanks, -kdr152004
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    Transplanting Crab Apple Bonsai

    I've started some crab apple bonsai! Check it out: http://localbonsai.com/transplanting-crab-apples-4-bonsai/ Comments and suggestions appreciated! -kdr152004
  9. kirk@localbonsai.com

    Specie Identification Help Please

    Hi everyone, I've got an unidentified tree here and need your help ! This tree (or shrub) is native to the Boston, MA area and grows like a weed. The leaves are quite small , and overall, the specimen appears to be suitable for bonsai culture. See attached pictures. Much thanks ...
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    Methods for Protecting Seedlings from Pests?

    Hi everyone, In the coming weeks, I will be moving several hundred tree seedlings into raised beds for their first season. What types of measures do you guys to protect against birds, mice, chipmunks, etc. ? I almost bought some fox urine, but dang is that stuff expensive! Thanks...
  11. kirk@localbonsai.com

    First Transplant of the Year!

    Hi all, Yesterday, I found a very interesting tree in the garden which I believe to be an Acer! Today I decided to go ahead and transplant. Tomorrow the tree goes into a training pot, where it will likely stay for 1-2 years. After that, how would you guys suggest I style ??? More...
  12. kirk@localbonsai.com

    Propagation Hardwood Cuttings in a Coldframe

    Hi all, Last year I took several hundred hardwood cuttings from Nov-Dec. Now that Spring is around the corner, I am hoping to plant them my garden within a coldframe to get established. I've got ~100 concord grapes cuttings, ~100 crabapple cuttings, and ~50 cedar cuttings. Crabapples...
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