Vonsgardens

Valuehorse,

My experience and observation suggest that the vast majority of folks who express an interest in Bonsai and then try to work on a tree or two, without help from experienced folks, leave it behind within a couple of months.

Technique is the way to developing trees that have merit. Yes excellent material helps, but I have seen any number of superb Juniper (and mugo pine) bonsai that come out of nursery cans- and there are many, many, many more out there. A pathetic effort that is discussed in private in person can save someone from having their work criticized in public, however when someone posts and asks- what do you want an honest answer? A that is a really great effort, but answer?, or this doesn't work because answer?

Al hs asked a fair set of questions and hopefully noone feels like their Ox has been gored to badly.

John

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