starting from seed

Globalist1789

No, your not heading for trouble at all. The only problem with seeds is that they take years before you have workable stock. There are many bonuses to growing from seeds however. There is a special tie to a tree one has grown from seed.

You seem to have read the instructions well, and there is plenty of more info on the net about sowing each type of seed. Just search the trees name and "seeds" or "from seed".

I think the easiest way to stratify seeds is to plant them outside in containers and let nature do it for you. Then, come spring, you get sprouts (hopefully).

If you feel like "scratching the bonsai itch" while your seeds are growing I suggest picking up an armload of junipers from the garden center. Junipers are also very good beginner plants.