Ashbarns9999

At first i was quite astounded that someone with 15 years experience would seek advice such as you have asked. It then dawned on me that you were merely seeking comment on behalf of newer bonsaiists which i think is a very commendable thought.

The trees tell us when it is the right time to re-pot and if your elm is at that point of leaf burst the time is now. It is advisable to place the newly re-potted tree in dappled shade to avoid direct sunlight which can dry the trees roots quickly therefore killing all those new little feeder roots. Just make sure the tree is watered sufficiently to allow the tree to get on with producing all this new growth. Gradually over the next three weeks or so introduce the tree to more sunlight which will 'harden' it to its natural environment.

With regard to junipers when new buds start to appear they can be re-potted but you have certain leeway with them of around a couple of months depending on your local environment.

Vance Wood (our Mugo expert) tells us this species is best left until summer before re-potting. I would seek further information by doing a search for Vance's thoughts on this.

I hope this has been helpful for our members.

Regards Ash

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