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not trees in pots
Posted: August 21st, 2021, 5:31 pm
by delisea
I'm not sure why it is so much fun putting things in pots? Here are some weeds and things that aren't trees, but I enjoy just as much.
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Cheers,
Symon
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: August 21st, 2021, 5:38 pm
by MJL
It’s fun because you’re creating living, beautiful things Symon.
They look great and the skills you’re using here are bonsai-related in that you can create little accent plants and settings to accompany bonsai on display.
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Re: not trees in pots
Posted: August 21st, 2021, 5:42 pm
by SquatJar
The Cyathea is a lovely composition and it's screaming out for a fancy photo Symon! kudos to you
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 4th, 2021, 11:15 am
by delisea
Some more weeds in pots. I am really enjoying these on my benches. I'm always on the look out for different plants to try.
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Cheers
Symon
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 4th, 2021, 11:55 am
by Jow
Did you seal the holes in the pots?
They look great!
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 4th, 2021, 12:13 pm
by delisea
Hey Jow,
Thanks! Yes I used moist clay and some duct tape on the outside. I thought it was a stopgap until I found something better, but they haven't dripped a drop. I am enjoying these as much as the trees at the moment.
Check out Murata's book, Four Seasons of Bonsai for my inspiration. There is no ego in his trees which seems to be different to many modern bonsai.
Cheers,
Symon
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 4th, 2021, 10:07 pm
by SquatJar
delisea wrote: ↑October 4th, 2021, 12:13 pm
Check out Murata's book, Four Seasons of Bonsai for my inspiration. There is no ego in his trees which seems to be different to many modern bonsai.
Could not agree more
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 5th, 2021, 7:11 am
by melbrackstone
Love em. Juncus makes for such an interesting planting. I haven't ever thought to grow it in water, it seems to do fine in a pot with normal mix here. Thanks. Agree about Murata's book, it's one of my faves.
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 5th, 2021, 7:20 am
by greg27
delisea wrote: ↑October 4th, 2021, 12:13 pm
Thanks! Yes I used moist clay and some duct tape on the outside. I thought it was a stopgap until I found something better, but they haven't dripped a drop. I am enjoying these as much as the trees at the moment.
If you do end up needing a new solution, Selleys Knead It Aqua from the big green shed should do it.
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 5th, 2021, 7:51 am
by Jow
delisea wrote: ↑October 4th, 2021, 12:13 pm
Hey Jow,
Thanks! Yes I used moist clay and some duct tape on the outside. I thought it was a stopgap until I found something better, but they haven't dripped a drop. I am enjoying these as much as the trees at the moment.
Check out Murata's book, Four Seasons of Bonsai for my inspiration. There is no ego in his trees which seems to be different to many modern bonsai.
Cheers,
Symon
It's been a while since i thumbed through that book, i will have to dig it out for a look. I think i might also have to have a go at a juncus myself.
Re: not trees in pots
Posted: October 5th, 2021, 8:37 am
by treeman
delisea wrote: ↑October 4th, 2021, 12:13 pm
Check out Murata's book, Four Seasons of Bonsai for my inspiration. There is no ego in his trees which seems to be different to many modern bonsai.
Cheers,
Very astute and truer words have not been spoken. As they say on the sleeve, ''His touch is sure but never intrusive'' I think this comes from a genuine love of nature and not a need to impress others.