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10-Mar-2002
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bonsaiTALK Neophyte
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Which one to get?
Hello everyone, I'm brand new to the world of bonsai but I'm trying to learn, albeit slowly.
Although I have much more reading and research to do, I am aware of the fundamental basics of caring for and shaping a bonsai tree. Before buying my first tree, which I suppose you could consider an experiment of sorts, I need to ask some experts a rather pertinent question. I live pretty far up north in Canada, (although not in an igloo, contrary to popular belief) and the temperatures here can get pretty wild. By wild, I mean it can be as hot as +30 degrees celsius in the summer and as cold as -40 celsius in the winter (86 degrees to -40 degrees F) but the mean temperature can be anywhere inbetween the two, depending on the season. So my question is this: What kind of tree should I get? I want something that won't die in the first week of winter, but something that also looks nice. If it's an indoor tree (which I believe to be possible), I would also like some tips on how to take care of it, as I am cognizant of the fact that bonsai require plenty of sunlight to survive. Thank you in advance, Vidyarthi. |
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10-Mar-2002
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Re: Which one to get?
The best option might be some of the native or naturalized plants in your region. You could start by listing the types of plants that are growing successfully in the landscape.
We can certainly suggest the best alternatives from that list. If you are willing and capable of providing some winter protection to your plants, the options will be much broader. Regards, Matt
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10-Mar-2002
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bonsaiTALK Neophyte
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Re: Which one to get?
Here is a list of some of the trees that grow near where I live, although I do admit that I have no idea what some of them look like.
http://www.expressnews.ualberta.ca/...rees/tour1.html http://www.expressnews.ualberta.ca/...rees/tour2.html Is anything here viable as a bonsai? |
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11-Mar-2002
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Carrier of Bonsai Fever
 Join Date: Oct-2001
Location: So-Cal, US of A
Country: America The Beautiful
USDA Zone: Zone 9-10
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Re: Which one to get?
Hey Viddy,
Ulmus pumila L, Siberian elm would be a good choice, and the Larch oh yeah man, uh huh. Check out... http://www.bonsainl.nl/BPG/BS_PRGO.HTM http://www.tbs.game2.com/otherlinks...nlinks/home.asp http://www.tbs.game2.com/otherlinks...nclubs/home.asp
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13-Mar-2002
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Re: Which one to get?
Lots of viable options there. *I think I would steer clear of the Thuja. *
Check out the leaf size on some of the deciduous trees as they can be pretty broad. *Leaves can be reduced quite a lot through container culture, but it's nice to start with something that's proportional to begin with. Junipers are a common choice for bonsai because of the fine needles and they take well to pruning and shaping. *Might need some protection from the worst of your winter. I agree that the larches would be fine trees. Keep in mind that they are deciduous conifers though. That throws some people off. Walter Pall has three excellent larches in the Gallery this month that you can find by clicking on any of the trees in the upper left corner of the site.
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