2015 BSC (Box Store Challenge) Update Thread
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Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
It's getting there. Thanks for the update.
Well I actually don't know where it's getting
Since the picture we had a heat wave, I water it with regular tap water and its leaves are turning something really shi...
So i don't know, it has some new buds but it also has some dead or close to be leaves... I put it in the shade and now I'm just hopping for the best.
Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
Is it in full sun?Well I actually don't know where it's getting
Since the picture we had a heat wave, I water it with regular tap water and its leaves are turning something really shi...
So i don't know, it has some new buds but it also has some dead or close to be leaves... I put it in the shade and now I'm just hopping for the best.
Cmdrew6115
Seedling
I placed mine on the bench and realized 2 weeks later it was hidden behind larger trees and never got watered. So I'll have to withdraw as my holly did not survive my mistake.
Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
That's a shame...
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
So do we need to wait until after August 1st for our "official update"??
Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
Not really; as long as there is an update posted before the end of August. I would caution everyone that your update photos will be compiled for Mr. Pall when he judges your final work in September of next year. With that, he regards the quality of the photography as a highly important aspect of the challenge.
Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
Yes they are.
Paradox
Marine Bonsologist
Ok then here is my official update for my update 
July 20, 2015. Just letting it grow, soak up the sun and be happy.
I am amazed at the difference between my May 31st picture and this one about 2 months later.
July 20, 2015. Just letting it grow, soak up the sun and be happy.
I am amazed at the difference between my May 31st picture and this one about 2 months later.
michaelj
Chumono
thomas22
Chumono
Here is my update on my Duranta. I've just been letting it grow out and then I cut back every now and then. I realized during this contest that I don't really know what I'm doing with non conifer evergreens but hopefully I can rally before the end of the contest. My biggest question is whether or not to keep the secondary trunk. I think the first few inches are just too straight and could make a decent tree without it. Feel free to give your opinion on the second trunk or any other advice. Not sure exactly where I'm going yet but at least the tree is healthy and growing.
bones101
Seedling
Mr. Pall was correct when he said about my entry: “This will look as it does now forever”. I think this variety of Acacia cognata grows a couple of inches per year so the only dramatic changes you’ll see with my Cousin Itt is when he gets his perfect container. I’m thinking slab with the tree on a mound, maybe.
Itt was a bit sparse so I’ve been working to get more interior foliage. Coming along nicely, sprouts here and there.
Itt was a bit sparse so I’ve been working to get more interior foliage. Coming along nicely, sprouts here and there.
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Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
Here’s the August update for my Castillemon. As you can tell by the photos it grew like crazy over the past few months. Initially, I wired it with copper but because of the rapid growth it dug into the branches quite a bit in some places. The copper was cut off about two months ago and this time around I used aluminum. I wrapped it loosely and with long coils. I haven’t addressed the Jin yet and the branches are really only wired to keep them weeping. Can't wait until Spring so I can get it into the pot I bought for it!
After a little wiring for shape:
..and the ugly jin; but I have a plan:
After a little wiring for shape:
..and the ugly jin; but I have a plan
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Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
Also, for those participating in this leg of the challenge, you only have until August 31st to post your update. If you don't post an update you will not be able to continue in the challenge. Here is a list of those that posted an update and met the requirement:
Eric Group
Alain
Paradox
Thomas22
Bones101
Vin
If for some reason I missed your name just let me know. As hard as it to believe, I'm not perfect.
Eric Group
Alain
Paradox
Thomas22
Bones101
Vin
If for some reason I missed your name just let me know. As hard as it to believe, I'm not perfect.
Cadillactaste
Neagari Gal
Any of the previous weeping branches stay down before the second wiring? Looks fantastic! Very happy tree...
Vin
Imperial Masterpiece
Yes,they all did but I had to cut most of them off as they were scarred pretty bad. Thanks!
Cadillactaste
Neagari Gal
Good to hear they stayed down...for later on. Though...cutting back I would think would help create better ratification and more detail to the weeping in the long run.
