has anyone tried a port wine magnolia (Michelia figo) as a bonsai, i have one that im making into a bonsai, i bought the tree at a nursery. it has great roots, nice and thick spreading from the trunk out. it has a few buds, ready to flower, i did chop it down to the correct height so of course most the buds are gone. any suggestions on what shapes for bonsai looks good with this tree? and any advice would be great
anyone tried a port wine magnolia
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Cadillactaste
Neagari Gal
I know star magnolia is the most common. And they are more shown while in bloom...
A photo of your current tree would be more apt for ones to give advice.
A photo of your current tree would be more apt for ones to give advice.
coh
Imperial Masterpiece
I don't remember seeing anyone talking about them here, but I'm pretty sure there was a thread about M. figo on IBC within the last year or so. You might want to check there.
If you want recommendations for styling, you should post a photo so people have an idea what you're working with. If you're interested in more general styling advice for magnolias, search google images for "magnolia bonsai" and you'll find some interesting examples.
Chris
Edited to add - link to the thread on IBC: http://ibonsaiclub.forumotion.com/t8983-magnolia-michelia-figo-banana-bush
If you want recommendations for styling, you should post a photo so people have an idea what you're working with. If you're interested in more general styling advice for magnolias, search google images for "magnolia bonsai" and you'll find some interesting examples.
Chris
Edited to add - link to the thread on IBC: http://ibonsaiclub.forumotion.com/t8983-magnolia-michelia-figo-banana-bush
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Cadillactaste
Neagari Gal
You've made me kind of want one for myself...any photos of yours?
