Nope, it is hopeless.Any potential here?
Yes, lots of potential in my opinion. I'm guessing Oso is pulling your leg. This has similar shape to one of mine. Here is the link to a thread on it. https://bonsainut.com/threads/bougainvillea-progression.24509/Any potential here?
And it was nursery stock.5 years with care and right technique, you may have something!
It's got some flaws. That large first branch doesn't bother me too much. The portions marked in blue have no buds; it's been well over two weeks by now since the cuts.
The portion marked orange has no taper. Maybe I'll just let those top branches grow freely for a season. I might end up deciding on a new trunk section then.
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I want it strong and hope for buds in certain places I didn't get this time.
neener, neenerA bud just popped up in a nice spot.
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Fosho.neener, neener
right?