Small leaf privet progression

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si90
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Small leaf privet progression

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Hi all, just thought I would share a small leaf privet which has got to the point where I think it is looking like a proper bonsai.

I'm not sure how long I have had this for but I think it has to be at least three years. It was dug up from the side of the road and had a nice thick base but otherwise a taperless straight trunk.

I can't find any photos of it when it was first collected but I have some from after its first year in a grow box.ImageImageImageImageImageImage

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Good progress has been made over a few years, so congrats. Its on the way so it would be good if you could update this thread as it continues its journey.
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Post by MJL »

What an excellent progression Si90.

Gee you and other people are clever; I find it difficult to picture (or create a future vision) of trees that have been collected and cut so boldly like this - yet you and other folk seemingly do it with ease. Good stuff please keep the updates coming.


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Post by melbrackstone »

Privets can be so rewarding! Nice one!
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