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4-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman
 
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which pot for this Larch?
Hi,
Which pot shall I use for this 8 year old European Larch. The tree is 50 cm high. The pots on the photo with the Larch are a drumpot, glaced (I got it also unglaced), 14 cm diameter and 3,5 cm high and a special pot of 18x14x3,5 cm. The pot 1 is 14x4,5 - pot 2 is 15x2,5 and pot 3 is 14x6,5 cm What will be the best one or should I go for something completely different? Thanks for your advices, Wessel
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4-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK ArchMaster
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The middle one is the best. The other two are much too "busy" visually for such a spare tree. They're also way too deep and will wight down the lightness of the design you've created.
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4-Nov-2005
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I like the pot on the left in #29349. I can't decide if its the right pot for the tree or if I just like it though. I don't think its too deep, and it looks a little feminine to complement the curves in the trunk. Either way, I really like that pot.
Sorry I wasn't much help, WF
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4-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK Master
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#29348 reminds me of an ashtray my dad had in the late 1960's. Way groovy but may be too much for a larch. I think the unglazed drum pot may be the best. Pot #29349 on the left is my second choice because it looks a little busy, but it is pretty.
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5-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK ArchMaster
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How about none of the above? I know that is not what you asked but none of these pots are the best choice for this tree. However of the given selection I would go for the smaller and more shallow of the group. The problem I have is they all appear to be glazed. Normally a glazed pot and a conifer do not complement each other.
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5-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK Master Chief
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For that tree of that caliper, I think the shallowest pot you have would be best, in an earth tone. That said, the second from the left would be okay.
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5-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman
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Hi Vance, When one of those isn't suitable in your opinion, what would your suggestion be? That would make it easier to search for one. Thanks Wessel
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5-Nov-2005
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Of those presented, I would choose the first one on the left.
Regards, Patrick
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5-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK ArchMaster
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You need to go with an earth tone pot, from deep brown unglazed to an almost burnt umber red unglazed. The pot should be shallow, as your tree looks like you might want to make a Bunjin of it, and round to oval. Pot sources; Bonsai Today has many pot advertisers. Go to some shows or Conventions. There is always an abundance of Pot sellers there and if you are not sure what you are looking for find someone who has an eye for conifers to help you find a pot. Just remember with a Bunjin or Literati style, less is more. The more simple the pot the better the display.
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7-Nov-2005
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bonsaiTALK ArchMaster
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Vance hit it on the head. If it were my choice, I would look for another pot and save these three for accent plants. You asked for the "best" choice among the three. I chose the shallowest, but only because it was the most suitable among those presented.
The pots you have chosen are simply too busy and fussy. They may be interesting pottery, but they are not good choices for trees--something that often happens when potters try to make bonsai pots. Some potters can't get behind the idea that their work has to take a supporting (not starring) role in presenting a bonsai, or they try to be "cutting edge." In practicality, neither approach works. The best bonsai pots are those that speak for themselves in low tones. They are self-confident without being self-conscious. The tree you have created is light, stark and airy. It is pretty austere in appearance. You have worked to create that image. Why marry it to a pot that is a "visual party" that is the exact opposite of the image you've worked to create? No, the "ironic" argument doesn't really work for bonsai... Bunjin rivet or low round, unglazed or half glazed, rough texture clay in darker mottled brown, or Tokoname brown is what would set off the tree. |
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