Total re-do..large Honeysuckle, Lonicera Fragrantissima

[kvan64]

It has transformed to be a much better tree Bodhi. Nice!

[anthonyW]

Your tree is power, makes a statement Bodhi,great work,if mind I would keep the back branch for now,naked it fills the void nicely,foliage on might not or might need it.

The question you could ask and only you can really answer Bodhi,is do I mostly enjoy it naked or clothes on,naked I've answered that,clothes on and - IF - it gives more depth and colour and silhouette is balanced,well what do you think my friend ha-ha nothing like turning screws back on you..fantastic tree mate

cheers Anthony

[bodhidharma]

Stay. It just needs the same downward movement as the foreground branches.

Stay, you need something below the "neck" to break it up.
(hope this makes sense)

Stay. From a quick glance that looks like the "maybe" front?

Thanks Gentlemen for your input. Understand you perfectly Gerard
The problem is the viewing angle is changing all the time so i will wait until the next repot to nail it Boic's.

It has transformed to be a much better tree Bodhi. Nice!

Hey kvan, nice to see you active again and TA for positive's.

I would love it to never have leaves Anthony, but then of course, it would die it loses a certain clarity with leaves on, as the leaves are a little untidy. That will be my next challenge, to have clarity with foliage. That is one of the masquerades of Bonsai as we only see powerhouse tree's in show dress and not a year after the show. This is the delusion that is created on the world stage.

[bodhidharma]

I have neglected to show the tree's scale of height and width. My Son has volunteered his service's, only cost me 20 bucks. No extra for the Dog.

[melbrackstone]

Crikey, that twenty bucks was worth it, now we can get a feel for how big it really is! What a powerhouse it is!

Please don't stop with the updates, this has been a hell of an education for me, to read from start to now...

[Kevin]

Hello Bodhidharma,
The natural light hitting your Lonicera very much enhances the image - sunset perhaps.
Kevin

[bodhidharma]

Please don't stop with the updates, this has been a hell of an education for me, to read from start to now...

I am happy to hear that the thread is benefiting people Mel and also encouraging bonsai'ists to look at their tree's differently. Thanks also for the positive's as i need encouraging too

The natural light hitting your Lonicera very much enhances the image - sunset perhaps.
Kevin

Yep, good pickup Kevin. I have a perfect window of opportunity at a certain time on my verandah and and this shot showed the tree of perfectly.

[kcpoole]

Lovely tree and lovely photos too.
did the dog get 1/3 the $20 ?

Ken

[Kevin]

Hello Bodhidharma,

I should have also mentioned i have enjoyed learning from this thread.

Just a few quick questions:
1. Without pasting your quote, you mentioned how a main structural part of the Lonicera lost its sap support. Do you believe this may have been associated with mechanical works performed on the roots and / or branches and / or just the sensitivity of the plant considering its age?
2. The Loniceras' new / present pot. With the pots bowel larger than the opening, how have you managed to address this issue when repotting, especially with such a significant specimen within the pot.

As a side question - is the below still your present camera, as i may be able to offer some advice. I would just need to peruse the S5600 manual, before i could suggest anything helpful.

I have got myself a little studio happening on the front verandah. I would love some feedback on lighting, which is best etc which height of camera. Not looking for a critique on the tree just my camera skills. The camera is a "finepix s5600.

I began reading your photography thread several weeks ago. Unfortunately, i fell to sleep (a medical condition) and never resumed until today.
I wonder if the real life Bodhidharma's sleeping patterns changed from his little procedure? I do know though a little Qigong would definitely be of benefit.

Thanks,
Kevin

[bodhidharma]

did the dog get 1/3 the $20 ?

The dog works for tips, and unfortunately for him, we are crappy tippers.

. Without pasting your quote, you mentioned how a main structural part of the Lonicera lost its sap support. Do you believe this may have been associated with mechanical works performed on the roots and / or branches and / or just the sensitivity of the plant considering its age?

I would say age related but it has not affected the tree one iota, which i find surprising, it has good vigour.

. The Loniceras' new / present pot. With the pots bowel larger than the opening, how have you managed to address this issue when repotting, especially with such a significant specimen within the pot.

I have to put a hose down the side of the pot to soften the soil before it can come out. Not a problem for this tree though as it enjoys being bare rooted. it will not go back into this pot though as plans are underway for a new pot.

I wonder if the real life Bodhidharma's sleeping patterns changed from his little procedure? I do know though a little Qigong would definitely be of benefit.

I reckon his little nip and tuck would have been an eye opener but, at his stage of development i do not think he had any attachment to a thing as mundane as a body. I would recommend Qigong for all, plus meditation.

[bodhidharma]

I finished defoliating and rewiring this tree last week and was pleasantly surprised as to its progression. It has given me a lot more finer branching and is well on its way to becoming a favourite of mine. I did not like the tree in the beginning due to its habit of snapping while wiring but, in hindsight, it has taught me how to be a more delicate wirer Works are also on the way with Murrumbung Studio to design and produce a new pot for this guy.

[Hal]

Must be one of the best honeysuckle base I've come across. Well done!

Hal.

[Steven]

It will take 5-7 years till i can show it.

You were right there Bodhidharma!
It's really become a beautiful tree mate, well done! What shape pot are you commissioning?

Regards,
Steven

[bodhidharma]

Must be one of the best honeysuckle base I've come across. Well done!

Hal.

It is definitely unique.

You were right there Bodhidharma!
It's really become a beautiful tree mate, well done! What shape pot are you commissioning?

Thanks Steven, and therein lies the question.."what shape pot" It has to be round and i am thinking a flare shape with a smaller bottom.

[regwac]

What about a hexagon Bohdi ?
Cheers
Graham
Great tree !