KImmys first tree in a bonsai pot

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KImmys first tree in a bonsai pot

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Working on my small juni a decided to let my daughter have the other that i had :D after she picked the trunk line i thinned it out an let her wire the tree not easy for small hads but 1.5mm wire was better she said :yes: . then with a bit of help got it into a good shape. After that i was nagged to put it into a bonsai pot :lol: :lol: :lol: so placed it in a small pot ive had for yrs gave it some seasol an placed in a shaded spot in my yard now just wait for new growth to appear :fc: :fc:
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A great start and her lean is in harmony with the tree. Was that intentional :?:
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bodhidharma wrote:A great start and her lean is in harmony with the tree. Was that intentional :?:
Classic!

Great to see you sharing some quality time with your daughter! Priceless times :tu:

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bodhidharma wrote:A great start and her lean is in harmony with the tree. Was that intentional :?:
Didnt notice her lean when taking the picture just wanted closer to the tree :lol: :lol: :lol: kimberley is very keen :yes: has 5 trees now 2 olives a pine,juniper & a chinese elm
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Very cool! :tu:
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Got to be happy with that!! I have dreams of when my kids are older that we go out bush hunting for trees together. :fc: :tu: :fc:
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It is really awesome when our kids get involved too :-)

Good anya Kimmy :-) :yes:

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Re: KImmys first tree in a bonsai pot

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Great stuff, she's got some talent there. :tu:
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