Development of ericifolia

Ericifolia, Integrifolia, Marginata, Serrata, Spinulosa etc
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Hi Peter

Yep ,I'd have to agree that is a very impressive tree

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WOW Peter !!

Your talent is awesome :shock: :worship:
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If it looks good,..GROW IT !!!!!

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Hi.

Excellent tree, i have one of that species. in a small plastic pot i purchased from this years, native Australian Plants as Bonsai Symposium.

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Update.

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Another update,

After Ryan Neil's critique on this tree I obviously had some work to do. Their were 2 points which needed addressing. 1 was that their were more than 2 branches originating from the same major junction. 2 was the lack of movement in the branches.
Today I addressed the first point and reduced the junctions down to 2. Unfortunately the branches are very hard to bend and I have crack several in the attempt. As this is a young Bonsai time and trimming over the years will induce character.

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Hi Peter,
Very nice job. I think you will end up with a cracker tree mate. :clap: :tu2:

Did you have to seal any of the branches after cracking?

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Hi Ray,

I haven't sealed any cuts or breaks on this tree. I find that because it such a vigorous tree it repairs quickly.

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Hi Peter,
Firstly let me that is an awesome tree. Amazing shape and will continue to improve with time. Would you mind sharing your fertiliser regime for this tree. I'm starting to get into banksias but still learning how to treat them right. I have several like your first photo just cut off. Also how long after cutting them back hard like that should I wait before potting up into larger grow boxes? Thanks for any advise.

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Amazing progression Peter. Surprisingly quick too! (in bonsai time haha)
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Josh,

I am not the best when it comes to fertilizing. I generally use Osmicote Native twice a year and the occasional seasol.
Grant Bowie has a more rigorous regime for his Banksia.I think he has posted some info on this subject.

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A couple of months on.

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Awesome tree peter. Great inspiration.
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A lovely tree and great progression. :clap:
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Hi Peter any updates on this tree?
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Wow amazing tree!

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