Hello
Wanting to fix the nebari on my broom tiger fig which looks like big knobbly fingers atm It's from a cutting so I think this is the origin of the problem.
I've heard that i could just saw it off with no roots like a cutting and replant?
Or could i simply cut off under one fat root per year at each repotting?
Thanks
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
Anyone of the experts have any advice please?
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
There are only 2 way to fix this. One is to graft which is too involved and difficult. The other is to layer the trunk which is easy. Check out the procedures for layering on this site or others. Early summer is the best time for figs. Cutting the roots off is risky.
Also, your tree is going in 2 directions. You need to fix that.
Also, your tree is going in 2 directions. You need to fix that.
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
Hi treeman
Thanks for your advice. Will explore layering the trunk.
What do you mean 2 directions?
Ginny
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Thanks for your advice. Will explore layering the trunk.
What do you mean 2 directions?
Ginny
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
Thanks so now from reading i know the basics of ground layering. And wonder if you can provide sone advice about tree going in two directions and also how to fix it,treeman wrote:There are only 2 way to fix this. One is to graft which is too involved and difficult. The other is to layer the trunk which is easy. Check out the procedures for layering on this site or others. Early summer is the best time for figs. Cutting the roots off is risky.
Also, your tree is going in 2 directions. You need to fix that.
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
Is it too late now in adelaide to layer the trunk?
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
Hi Ginny
Regarding the tree going in two directions, I find it difficult to explain, other than knowing "the flow" of the tree should be harmonious, and asymmetrical shapes "look" better than symmetrical ones. Broom style tends to not have a fork so low...
I found this set of "rules" that might help....but I'd go look at lots of books on bonsai and successful grower's works to get a feel for what can be successful and what might not be. https://www.evergreengardenworks.com/rules.htm
Another piece https://bonsaiplace.net/2015/06/28/move ... in-bonsai/
On the other hand, if you're wanting to have a natural looking tree that you might see out in a huge park, where it can grow its full umbrella shape, then that's fine too! It's all about personal preference, imho.
Agree with Lane about doing the layer, I'd wait til next Summer.
Regarding the tree going in two directions, I find it difficult to explain, other than knowing "the flow" of the tree should be harmonious, and asymmetrical shapes "look" better than symmetrical ones. Broom style tends to not have a fork so low...
I found this set of "rules" that might help....but I'd go look at lots of books on bonsai and successful grower's works to get a feel for what can be successful and what might not be. https://www.evergreengardenworks.com/rules.htm
Another piece https://bonsaiplace.net/2015/06/28/move ... in-bonsai/
On the other hand, if you're wanting to have a natural looking tree that you might see out in a huge park, where it can grow its full umbrella shape, then that's fine too! It's all about personal preference, imho.
Agree with Lane about doing the layer, I'd wait til next Summer.
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Re: Tiger fig nebari
Thanks I will wait until summer now. Thanks also for references, I get what you mean about the flow
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