My First Air-layer

[MJL]

Well this worked!

I attempted this back in Spring. It’s been a while and I thought I would take a look today.


Opening it up was like opening a little present.




The tree has its roots spread in fresh bonsai soil. The sphagnum moss is just to help keep everything moist for a while.

And now it is in the recovery ward.

Now for a ground-layer on the remaining bottom section.


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[Alexa]

Well Done!! Those roots look plenty and healthy.

Hehe - You'll have bags over everything soon. It's addictive and rewarding.

[MPP]

I have also attempted my first air layers on a Callistemon. Mine still has probably two months to go before the unwrapping.

[KIRKY]

Gotta be happy with that well done
Cheers
Kirky

[Keels]

Awesome work Mark. You picked a fantastic tree to do first. It's great how Callistemons air layer so easily. I did a lemon tree as my first.... Out of three only two rooted and then one survived the transplant.

Now the big question.... What style of pot would you use, for you callistemon?

[TimS]

Well done mate, that’s a great success there and will only whet your air layering appetite I’m sure! Looks really healthy

[MJL]

Thanks everyone. I am pretty stoked with the result.


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[Greg F]

Well done Mark, im sure its not easy. I havnt had a go at air layering but keen to give it a go when I come across the suitable tree.
Cheers

Greg

[legoman_iac]

Just curious how this one is going, looking to do the same here soon.

[MJL]

Hey Legoman,
Apologies for the delay - yep, going ok - it’s raining now but I’ll take a picture when I get a chance and post accordingly.


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