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| Hello,
These three stumps were originally one broken branch that I found next to the sidewalk during a stroll. The one section that is now showing growth was originally the center section of the branch (in the picture, it's in the middle). I'm not sure if the other two sections will grow, and I actually don't even have any idea what kind of tree it's from, but I'm pretty happy that my science experiment is showing results! The pot currently lives on my balcony, getting morning sun and afternoon shade, and the growing medium is mostly sifted mulch with some perlite. I water with 1/4 tsp of Foliage Pro per gallon at every watering (about once a week), same as with my other plants. Being a complete newbie to bonsai, what's the best way of going about creating a nicer, or at least a more natural-looking top for my new tree (to replace the sawn-off stump it's sporting now)? I'd like to end up with a top that mimics the original broken end, which is the stump on the right. Thanks for your suggestions! |
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- Posted by Pixel_Pepper 10b (My Page) on Wed, Jun 20, 12 at 3:19
| Thanks! These look very helpful. |
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| I admire your enthusiasm, but don't be surprised if your cuttings collapse. The energy needed to push growth from dormant buds is found in stored sugar/starches at the base of the bud. All that's needed is a supply of water to metabolize the stored photosynthate and push growth. If roots haven't made a vascular connection to the emerging foliage, the cutting will collapse before the second generation of leaves appears. Al |
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- Posted by Pixel_Pepper 10b (My Page) on Fri, Jun 29, 12 at 16:41
| Well, that makes me glad I decided to take the "wait and see" approach on this project. I will continue to monitor the new growth's progress and I'll post pictures in here every once in a while. Hopefully it survives! (Off-topic, but thank you very much, Al, for your writings in the forums about soil structure in containers. Since I've been applying those ideas, I've been having much better success with my plants, and I don't feel like I have a "black thumb" anymore!) ~Pixel_Pepper |
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That's the best news I've heard all day ..... and it's been a pretty good day. Good for you!!  Al |
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