[Natural] Cassinia Arcuata - Pearcy

[Pearcy001]

Thought I'd try a different species for this comp, this is a Cassinia Arcuata. Picked it up for as $3.00 tube stock from memory, from the Newport Native Nursery in Melbourne. I have no idea how this will go in this competition, I have a feeling it will be a slow grower but time will tell. Judging by the species it will need to be grown as a taller, more slender tree.

Cheers,
Pearcy.

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[MJL]

Looks good ... I like that bend at the base. Good luck. [THUMBS UP SIGN]


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[Pearcy001]

Slowly getting some more foliage on this one. I found it often got a bit of die back after the repot. Not sure if it was the root work or summer heat that was causing it. I will now hopefully get some movement into those trunks by the next update. This one grows a nice purple draped flower? Apologies for the night photo, I'm currently on night shift.

Cheers,
Pearcy.


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[Rory]

Wow.

I'm loving your willingness to trial new stock. Great looking start with that tree mate.

I will very much look forward to seeing updates on this one. One of my favourites now.

[Pearcy001]

When I started the competition I considered 3 Melaleuca entries for quick growth. Time will tell if this was the right decision haha

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[MJL]

When I started the competition I considered 3 Melaleuca entries for quick growth. Time will tell if this was the right decision haha

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Pearcy - no need to be apologising for the night photos - I love the photo showing the new purple growth; the lighting helps more than hinders.

Also, had to laugh at your quote above - mate, my Mels are growing fast but my gums are going coco bananas and the more I snap ‘em the more bananas things get.

These natives things are out of control!


Bonsai teaches me patience.
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[Pearcy001]

A bit clearer photo of the flowers progressing in daylight for anyone interested at home.

Cheers,
Pearcy.



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[Pearcy001]

Tried wiring this one today for a little bit of movement. I was able to get a gentle curve to the thinner right trunk, but the main trunk just would not budge. I almost snapped the main left trunk twice while trying to get just a small amount of movement into it. Have a feeling it may die back to a lower branch after the harsh treatment.. time will tell.

Anyone that wants to try this species in the future - WIRE EARLY!!

As with most my trees, I seem to have subconsciously moved toward a slanting/windswept style of tree. Depending on what develops I may change it up as time goes by.

Cheers,
Pearcy.



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