My ..um...display area. Yeah that's it.

[M. Frary]

Everybody,even some people who are newer to this sport have nicer display/work/grow areas.
But it's mine and it is more functional than nice to look at. Maybe if I paint the buckets?

 

[JudyB]

At least you have the trees all single on your planks. I've seen folks with so many trees and cuttings, all in a jumble, so much that you really can't see what any of the trees look like. I just don't get that.

 

[barrosinc]

 

[M. Frary]

At least you have the trees all single on your planks. I've seen folks with so many trees and cuttings, all in a jumble, so much that you really can't see what any of the trees look like. I just don't get that.

Me neither.
The good thing about this set up is that it can be taken down relatively fast. And addin to it for more space is pretty easy.

 

[M. Frary]

Looks better when a weed whacker and lawn mower are applied. Well, the grass does.

 

[Arcto]

I'd recommend staining one bucket dark walnut and using it as a stand for a nice cascade at a national show.

 

[barrosinc]

Looks better when a weed whacker and lawn mower are applied. Well, the grass does.

I was just joking, I have basically a table with 4 trees on it... all the rest are at my teachers place until november when I move.

 

[Cadillactaste]

Quite a collection...I admire that you can see your collection. As for the buckets...it's functional. I'm sure when your out admiring your bonsai...those buckets are not the focal point of your attention anyways. I do admire being able to see what you have...and they aren't all jumbled together as Judy stated.

 

[M. Frary]

I was just joking, I have basically a table with 4 trees on it... all the rest are at my teachers place until november when I move.

I know Max No offense taken.
To me it isn't about the benches at all. It's all about the trees. And fun.

 

[Mellow Mullet]

Looks good, if I had had buckets I would have used them, I had to buy cinder blocks. I like that they are all in one place which probably makes watering a breeze. My back yard is not so big so they are spread all over, sometimes watering is a chore, especially if I am in a hurry.

John

 

[M. Frary]

Looks good, if I had had buckets I would have used them, I had to buy cinder blocks. I like that they are all in one place which probably makes watering a breeze. My back yard is not so big so they are spread all over, sometimes watering is a chore, especially if I am in a hurry.

John

Watering is a breeze. Just stand there and let fly. Hence all of the deep green grass.
I would also like to apoligize to all of our members out west who are on water restrictions. You poor people have to conserve every drop.
Me? Not so much!

 

[j evans]

The thing with bonsai or even gardening is that it is nice that you can do whatever you want to do. Make it real simple, trees growing in plain flower pots or in the ground, trees on shelves and benches or go all out and create a special display area. Its all about what you like to do and to what extent you want to go. It makes me feel good when you see someone doing what they like and enjoy. Mine is even more basic and I try not to make a job of it. Good show Mike!

Jamie

 

[LanceMac10]

Frary, c'mon, admit it. You've got 'em lined up like an audience. Me thinks "someone " might be practicing stand-up, spoken word or, gasp......pole dancing!!! I rent as well, but share a backyard with the owners. So the damn tree has to be in something nice to put it out. You'll just have to watch out for Rupert's "turdsai"..............

 

[M. Frary]

Rupert's "turdsai"..

I'd like to be able to make something out of those.
He is building what I refer to as Poo Poo City on the neighbors property though. Got a regular metropolis going there too!
And have you seen me? I would make people gasp allright if I were pole dancing. Maybe even their last gasp if they didn't go blind first.

 

[Cypress187]

I think it's beautiful.

 

[Brian Van Fleet]

I'd recommend staining one bucket dark walnut and using it as a stand for a nice cascade at a national show.

Exactly! Like this nice eleagnus at the Nationals. Notice how the cardboard box compliments the paper plate under the accent.

 

[discusmike]

As long as the trees are healthy,everything else is irrelevant,you can always upgrade down the road Mike.

 

[JoeR]

Ahh not so bad. Mine are on a lean to bench made of some old pallets. Very functional; water and soil doesnt collect on top.

 

[LanceMac10]

In lieu of a pole, howwza' bout a Civil War cannon? Should be enough to support your sturdy frame.....

 

[Cypress187]

I'd recommend staining one bucket dark walnut and using it as a stand for a nice cascade at a national show.

Do we need an unconventional bonsai stand subforum?