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Great commentary, Brent.

I have woderful childhood memories of this tree (I grew up at "14 Gumwood Drive"). It is true that it is not the most ideal species for Bonsai, but it is usable and it is nice to hear ways to optimize it's potential, however limited it is. I tried it in the past, found it to be OK, but far from great, and didn't take it up again this time. I think I may give it another try. There is a tree in the neighbohood that drops lots of seeds in the Fall and the seeds are very easy to grow from.

And, oh yes, I like how it smells!

Fred

4-May-2004	#4
FredL Banned 08JUN2005 Join Date: Dec-2001 Location: Benton County Country: USA USDA Zone: 6 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 1,099	Great commentary, Brent. I have woderful childhood memories of this tree (I grew up at "14 Gumwood Drive"). It is true that it is not the most ideal species for Bonsai, but it is usable and it is nice to hear ways to optimize it's potential, however limited it is. I tried it in the past, found it to be OK, but far from great, and didn't take it up again this time. I think I may give it another try. There is a tree in the neighbohood that drops lots of seeds in the Fall and the seeds are very easy to grow from. And, oh yes, I like how it smells! Fred