Prunus blireana as bonsai

[GavinG]

This is what happens:

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For me, it's just too fussy and gaudy.

You can get away with it if the tree is little:

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but not in something this size - it just gets silly.

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Same with double pink mume:

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Cerasifera is simpler and clearer.

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Gavin

[Jester]

Would have to disagree with you there Gavin. I have one that I am working on as a large broom style, that will be ready next year and it will be a jaw dropper!! Will keep you posted.

I guess it's horses for courses as they say


John

[Kyushu Danji]

I think you are both right, but the answer ultimately depends on how you choose to style the tree.

[baristaben]

I have a beautiful tree now in blossom, When would be the best time to take cuttings? Cheers

[GavinG]

Jester, happy to see you prove me wrong.

Baristaben, maybe semi-hard cuttings in early summer? I'm not an expert. Winter cuttings tends to try and flower their brains out, then nothing much happens at all... Good luck.

Gavin

[astroboy76]

i found cuttings taken in mid to late spring, once they have hardened off a bit. i put them in a black platsic pot with moist potting mix in it then cover it with a plastic bag. sounds dodgey but has given me the most success

[baristaben]

Thanks guys, Will give it a shot. Beautiful tree in blossom