An attempt to develop tall, slender trees by growing them in a crowded container
Bonsai Development
Bonsai Development posts form the heart of Bonsai Tonight. Learn about varieties like Black Pine, Shimpaku and Japanese Maple, techniques like Decandling and Grafting and Air Layering, and bonsai features like Deadwood.
Bonsai Development Series #22: cutback-decandling techniques for young pines
Tips for balancing vigor when using the cutback-decandling technique.
Cryptomeria – seven year update and first wiring
At long last – photos from cutback and wiring a large cryptomeria.
The right way and wrong way to make major cuts on young maples
Taking care to identify healthy buds before major cutback can make all the difference.
Bonsai Development Series #21: The effect of removing a sacrifice branch
Reducing sacrifice branches can give you a lot of new growth – here are tips for redirecting young trees’ resources effectively.