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bonsaiTALK Journeyman
Join Date: Dec-2002
Location: Tampa, FL
Country: USA
Posts: 44
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Ilex Root Pruning...
I've got an ilex vomitoria in a 3-gallon container and I really want to chop the roots severely down to size so I can fit it into a pot more suitable for a 5" tall bonsai. There are some pretty thick vertical roots near the bottom of the pot, so I'm sure the root system is deep.
My question is this: How should I prune the roots down to size? Should I hack them off in one sitting, or should I gradually prune them over a season or two? All advice is appreciated. Thanks!
Josh
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