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  1. Alex W.

    Where to cut? Overgrown literati procumbens

    Hey everyone, I’ve neglected this literati nana that I got from a buddy and it’s definitely starting to overgrow. Before I start wiring the pads, I’m not really sure where and what I should cut? Any tips and advice would be appreciated! I’ve looked up what to do with the needle portions and new...
  2. Alex W.

    1st Attempt! Nana Literati / Shohin

    I’ve had this little nana that I got to from my local nursery for $5 to practice my repotting technique, and after a few months of seeing growth, decided to go on a tangent and try literati styling. Here are some photos. I would love to hear everyone’s input. Open to all ideas and feedback...
  3. Alex W.

    Help with my JM! Can't figure out what is wrong. PIC

    Hi Everyone, I have a 17 year old japanese maple that I got from a local bonsai nursery back in February. The tree has shown steady growth and was constantly sprouting new leaves, however I've recently discovered some leaves falling off more than usual. Upon cleaning up the fallen leaves, I...
  4. Alex W.

    SoCal Bonsai Events? - August 2016

    Aloha, I will be traveling back home to LA for a couple weeks at the beginning of August for my brother's wedding. I've looked around a little bit for events going on in the area but can't seem to find any. Does anyone know of some? Anything from small seminars, shows, etc.?
  5. Alex W.

    Dwarf Tsukumo Cypress - First Pot or Wait - Ideas?

    Aloha Everyone, So I currently have this dwarf Tsukumo cypress that I'm unsure about what to do with. I am very new to this hobby and am seeking ideas for what my next step should be and what kind of potential this tree has. The tree is currently in a 4" pot and stands about 3.5" tall above...
  6. Alex W.

    Fukien Tea, Repot for Different Soil Mix?

    Aloha everyone, I got a nursery Fukien Tea and repotted it about two weeks ago. The leaves have started turning yellow and falling off. My first concern is I didn't trim the roots properly. My second concern is that either I am over-watering, and/or the soil I am using is retaining too much...
  7. Alex W.

    Aloha from Maui - Beginner Bonsai - LOTS of PICS

    Aloha everyone, New to this forum and new to the hobby. VERY excited to be starting this hobby. I currently have three trees in bonsai pots with a few others in their nursery pots for now. Got all three trees from a local bonsai garden, probably the only one on Maui (Olinda's Bonsai)...
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