progression of a crepe myrtle from 2003

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progression of a crepe myrtle from 2003

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i obtained this tree from a local garden centre in 2003 not as a potted plant but from a display garden that was removed after enquiring about the missing trees the owner offered me this one for 10 bucks.

initially i was overwelmed by this tree being only my second yr doing bonsai but i knew it was good stock. so after working up some newbie hacking courage i reduced this into what i thought would be perfect sumo bonsai stock :D turned out to be a good choice.

this afternoon i did some cleanup work now its dropped its leaves. oh and i guess i should mention i try to avoid completely following traditional styling rules and use them as more of a guide i like the idea of more naturalistic bonsai so be nice :P

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wow, you are off to a great start! Is that some thread grafts on the straight upper section?
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thanks jow thats a great compliment coming from you i love the work your doing a the moment. you must be having an amazing time

yeh two thread grafts i may do a third lower one im just waiting for a small twig i left at the back of the tree to extend enough. i think this one is goin to be a nice tree with a few more years it may be ready for a nice bonsai pot this spring if its lucky. any one with virtual skills would be greatly apreciated
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very nice jarryd, i look forward to seeing more of this. :D
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