Hello,
I recently got this chinese elm which I would like to work on as a project and learning experience. It is currently in a bonsai pot, but I plan on putting it into a larger nursery container for further development. Suggestions as to the appropriate time of year to do this are welcomed (perhaps now?).
As you will notice, the nebari are not very attractive (there are two large roots opposing eachother). Is it possible to do a partial layering, using sphagnum moss, on the other "rootless" areas?
The number 1 branch is on the inside of the curve. In other words, this tree needs quite a bit of work.
Basically, I am open to any and all suggestions. I have enjoyed looking at other trees on this forum and reading the intelligent and knowledgable suggestions from users. By the way, the tree is putting out new growth, as I am in zone 9b.
Here are a few pictures:
