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Spike, I wouldn't start out with a pine tree for learning bonsai techniques. They are one of the more difficult trees to train. If you want an evergreen conifer try a juniper, it's pretty easy. Or if you want a deciduous tree try a elm or maple. Go ahead and plant your pine seeds and by the time they're training size you'll have some practice and experience behind you.

23-Jul-2002	#8
Tony bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jan-2002 Country: USA USDA Zone: 7 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 861	Spike, I wouldn't start out with a pine tree for learning bonsai techniques. They are one of the more difficult trees to train. If you want an evergreen conifer try a juniper, it's pretty easy. Or if you want a deciduous tree try a elm or maple. Go ahead and plant your pine seeds and by the time they're training size you'll have some practice and experience behind you.