How to Bonsify A Young Tree?

[A Happy Seedling]

Ok, you are referring to Hedera helix?

[tomc]

Ok, you are referring to Hedera helix?

I know I am, and I'm pretty sure RBG is too. But he can stick his own two cents in.

[rainbowgardener]

She is also referring to hedera helix.

[imafan26]

Young trees are usually for beginners. Most people in bonsai, are looking for older trees to cut down. In bonsai, mimicking nature in miniature, flow, style, and making the tree look aged or stressed is makes it interesting.

When you select a tree, look for a nice shape to the trunk. The more character the better.

Look for a tree that grows slowly and is flexible. If you want it to be miniature, it probably needs to be small. Small leaves are better to keep in scale with the tree.

[tomc]

She is also referring to hedera helix.

Oops!

[A Happy Seedling]

Lol, ok. I have got the English ivy going well, but no tip buds yet.