Recent content by Alex W.

The second photo is a different tree. Should’ve started a second post, but my question is moreso on the dynamics of trimming a procumbens nana and the aspects of its growth habits. Needle vs scale foliage, etc

What is the rule of thumb with nana when it comes to needle vs scale foliage? I’m working on another nana that’s overgrown and not sure where to cut to get scale back? Or is that even a thing?

What about any shoots that are showing new growth tips that are within that half inch? Specifically tips that are the only “growing” tips and not at the ends of a branch?

Hey everyone, I’ve neglected this literati nana that I got from a buddy and it’s definitely starting to overgrow. Before I start wiring the pads, I’m not really sure where and what I should cut? Any tips and advice would be appreciated! I’ve looked up what to do with the needle portions and new...

Update! took it to my local bonsai nursery for some extra eyes and the conclusion was that it was a fungus (probably tar spot 😉) that built up due to excess heat and moisture. After a detailed search, no pests were found anywhere. I decided to cut off all leaves, spray fungicide and let it all...

I’ve had this little nana that I got to from my local nursery for $5 to practice my repotting technique, and after a few months of seeing growth, decided to go on a tangent and try literati styling. Here are some photos. I would love to hear everyone’s input. Open to all ideas and feedback...

Thank you for your quick reply! Yep! Watering once a day. Here are some closeups. The last pic is after I scraped some off with my fingernail. I know, it looks like aphids on the stem, but scrapes off like crust

Hi Everyone, I have a 17 year old japanese maple that I got from a local bonsai nursery back in February. The tree has shown steady growth and was constantly sprouting new leaves, however I've recently discovered some leaves falling off more than usual. Upon cleaning up the fallen leaves, I...

They finally came in! All are about 4" in width. Ordered them for some shohin. I must say, I am VERY impressed with the quality of these pots. I am definitely going to be ordering more from him soon! Got some potting to do this weekend...