So my first two were inexpensive nursery stock because of the likely survival rate not being so great. A juniper and an azalea are the poor victims. Being only a couple months into this bonsai journey, like many others, I just wanted to get my hands into it. Oh boy have I learned I made a lot of mistakes thanks to this forum and you guys. And I am still making them clearly. Sooo much more to learn! I know I did way too much at one time among other things. I repotted and pruned back both of them and wired the juniper. Ouch!! So for now they’re in the shade and being watched closely. Perhaps the bonsai gods will be gracious and allow at least one of them to survive. If not, I have lessons learned and a bit of hands on experience. As one of my mentors keeps reminding me, patients Paula, you have to have patience. I have all the patients in the world normally, I’m just so excited and it’s sooo addicting. Of course feedback is always welcome so I can navigate better paths going forward. Cheers !