Fidur's myrtle communis
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henrykiser
Yamadori
I like the twin trunk look for myrtle! Looks like it's putting on some new growth so maybe a good sign...
jaco94
Chumono
I like what you did with this tree, removing a few branches the tree looks like it has gained many years.
The bull makes the whole pleasant , it creates a kind of hispanic atmosphere .
Maybe , in a shallower pot when it will be possible the result will be even better in my opinion.
The bull makes the whole pleasant , it creates a kind of hispanic atmosphere .
Maybe , in a shallower pot when it will be possible the result will be even better in my opinion.
Fidur
Chumono
I agree about the shallower pot, but...I have come to think that the bigger pots will allow bigger repoting lapses (it's 80% akadama, 20% lava) ("Bonsai Heresy" - Michael Hagedorn), and for sure better development media for the tree.
Thanks for your comment!
luvinthemountains
Chumono
Good work. Great branching, although in places you may still need to reduce from 3-4 branches in a single spot down to 2. It is definitely overpotted, but it works for now. I would look to gradually move it into a smaller pot, and lower the soil level in the future.
Fidur
Chumono
Agree. It's the first aproach, tomorrow I will work the top third.
Thanks for your comment!
Fidur
Chumono
Just a little update. I finished works on it, and the tree is healthy and growing strong.
Photos here: CLICK
I've learnt that this tree is a myrtus communis "tarentina", a dwarf subvariety ( in some entry , someone called it "compact").
This is a very good tree for bonsai. Very little leaves, fast growing, easy back buding, flowers, berries,...
So if anyone can get one of these, I can assure lots of fun.
Photos here: CLICK
I've learnt that this tree is a myrtus communis "tarentina", a dwarf subvariety ( in some entry , someone called it "compact").
This is a very good tree for bonsai. Very little leaves, fast growing, easy back buding, flowers, berries,...
So if anyone can get one of these, I can assure lots of fun.
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HorseloverFat
Squarepants with Conkers
Neat Tree!!!
I HAD some thoughts as I viewed the VERY first picture... but the next several shots alleviated my concerns.
I HAD some thoughts as I viewed the VERY first picture... but the next several shots alleviated my concerns.
HorseloverFat
Squarepants with Conkers
My only OTHER thought..
That one branch you have wired that visually pleasing angle/bend into... I LOVE IT... in entirely works for this tree...
Just don’t forget about it!
The next time you are wiring branches... look at THAT one..... try to mimic it/mirror it in the other branches, at least somewhat, to convey that the entire tree existed/survived in the same location, subject to the same conditions.
Basically, KEEP it goin’!
That one branch you have wired that visually pleasing angle/bend into... I LOVE IT... in entirely works for this tree...
Just don’t forget about it!
The next time you are wiring branches... look at THAT one..... try to mimic it/mirror it in the other branches, at least somewhat, to convey that the entire tree existed/survived in the same location, subject to the same conditions.Basically, KEEP it goin’!
Fidur
Chumono
I also love the bends I got here. It was really difficult (to me) to begin the prunning and styling, as there were lots of different choices, but I said to my self "be bold" (something I have usually to say as I'm prunning, wiring, etc).My only OTHER thought..
That one branch you have wired that visually pleasing angle/bend into... I LOVE IT... in entirely works for this tree...
Just don’t forget about it!
Basically, KEEP it goin’!
Thanks a lot, to feel reassured in my design is wonderful!
HorseloverFat
Squarepants with Conkers
Yes! It looks like your EYES know JUST what to do... the rest, will come with experience.
penumbra
Imperial Masterpiece
Off to a good start. I agree with the lover of fat horses that a bit of wiring will help.
Caution, be on the outlook for mealy bogs. I almost lost 2 of them and now they get treated whether the want it or not.
Caution, be on the outlook for mealy bogs. I almost lost 2 of them and now they get treated whether the want it or not.
Fidur
Chumono
Thanks for the tip. I inspect all my trees almost daily searching for bugs and deseases. I usually find a lonely one (the first of the invassion), and till now I only had some light problems with a juniper I had to spray.
HorseloverFat
Squarepants with Conkers
I bet bugs and fungus LOVE your climate!
Loud, guttural laughter ensued after reading this!
penumbra
Imperial Masterpiece
That is fabulous. I try but can't keep up. You are doing it right and that is most commendable my friend.
Fidur
Chumono
On a side note, I have to deal with all kind of bugs and pests in my garden. There I am sometimes the winner, sometimes not. Right now, rust and oidium are my enemies. All my roses affected, but at least I can stop them a little bit.
penumbra
Imperial Masterpiece
Its never ending for sure but at least you have your eyes on the situation.
A lovely little tree. I'll be watching this one progress with interest. I like common myrtle for bonsai, but my luck with them has been poor. One missed day of watering in summer was all it took to cook my small ones dead. I have one big one left in a nursery pot. Hopefully my skills will improve enough before I reduce its roots to keep it alive.
Fidur
Chumono
Update : Some branch chopping and general "hairdressing". Love how this one is developing....
HorseloverFat
Squarepants with Conkers
Looking HEALTHY!!
I LOVE the cow!
My eyes.. as due the rule of odds, when it comes to "beauty"/sublime visual focus.. keep scanning for one more... point.. to "grip on to"
Personally.. I'd like to see a smaller implement.. Slightly behind the cow... but half as "stage-tall"..
In THIS area!
I LOVE the cow!
My eyes.. as due the rule of odds, when it comes to "beauty"/sublime visual focus.. keep scanning for one more... point.. to "grip on to"
Personally.. I'd like to see a smaller implement.. Slightly behind the cow... but half as "stage-tall"..
In THIS area!
