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Originally Posted by Mikeydread
im a complete beginner to bonsai, but the type of japanese maple i have is a little different, its always got red leaves, i dont know the name... but i will try to repost the pictures. also what is a tent and mister?
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Ok, most cuttings need to have high humidity atmosphere so they don't lose the water in the cutting through transpiration. 80% plus. So when cuttings are done, you put a plastic tent over them (or greenhouse or fish tank, you get the idea) Dont let the leaves or foliage touch the sides of your tent or it will rot. You will want to attenuate the amount of direct sunlight coming into tent. Plastic Sheeting will work fine. Misting also supports this premise.
Most cuttings will have greater success if using rooting hormone, but it must be specific strength depending on the species you're working with.
Cuttings tend to have greater success if they are cut just at the right time.
Cuttings tend to have greater success with root warmth above 70 deg F.
I think Pines and Maples are beyond your scope at this time, but hey, give 'em a whirl. If they work , then you have trees! And you learned something.
Portulacara Afra, Ficus, willow, elm, are great for first timers.
This is a good start for your research and study... Hope this helps.
-Wm