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OBTAINING YOUR BONSAI 41
modelled. In other words, you can
choose exactly which style or shape you
want and duplicate what you see - a
considerable time saving when produc-
ing bonsai.
Another considerable advantage is
that once the cutting has taken you will
have a plant that is much more advanced
than a seed that has just germinated.
Although your cutting might be grow-
ing strongly, remember that it will take a 0
number of weeks for the root ball to
establish itself. So treat the new tree with
care. Pruning can be started as soon as
necessary, and as well as starting to form
Some cuttings are no more than a well-developed
the shape of the tree it also helps to stop leaf bud.
the new roots from overworking.
l. Preparing a cedar culling. The needles at the 3. Make a small hole in the compost and insert the
base are removed. cutting.
2. Dip the cutting in hormone rooting powder. The 4. Firm the compost round the base of the cutting.
chances of rooting are then greatly improved. Water well and firm again.
