mapleman77
Mame
Hi all!
I just received a 'Zuisho' White Pine Friday from Mr. Julian Adams. It is absolutely beautiful. However, there are some things that need to be done. Right now it has a major branch/trunk fork that is too high, and I don't want a double trunk. I think that I'll remove the left fork (see pic). Also, the nebari needs some work, evidenced by the second picture. I think that I'm going to make a few small cuts and dust them with rooting powder (probably 1.6% IBA or so).
What do you all think? A few virts would be appreciated since I don't know how to do one...but I figured that this would be a nice tree to sharpen your teeth on. It's actually one of my first bonsai ever, so I'm kind of excited! As for the horticultural side of it, I've read TONS and TONS on it so I can keep it alive whatever happens...I just need some styling tips. I'm thinking informal upright right now--but who knows, maybe that'll change too.
Thanks everyone!
David
PS: The pictures were taken today.
I just received a 'Zuisho' White Pine Friday from Mr. Julian Adams. It is absolutely beautiful. However, there are some things that need to be done. Right now it has a major branch/trunk fork that is too high, and I don't want a double trunk. I think that I'll remove the left fork (see pic). Also, the nebari needs some work, evidenced by the second picture. I think that I'm going to make a few small cuts and dust them with rooting powder (probably 1.6% IBA or so).
What do you all think? A few virts would be appreciated since I don't know how to do one...but I figured that this would be a nice tree to sharpen your teeth on. It's actually one of my first bonsai ever, so I'm kind of excited! As for the horticultural side of it, I've read TONS and TONS on it so I can keep it alive whatever happens...I just need some styling tips. I'm thinking informal upright right now--but who knows, maybe that'll change too.
Thanks everyone!
David
PS: The pictures were taken today.