Hello

roninzero · White Belt Joined: 08 Jul 2005 Posts: 2 Location: Wash DC

I am new to the world of bonsai I got my first tree for my wedding present 2 weeks ago.
I will post pictures later.

StaceyR · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 3:11 am Post subject: Re: Hello

Welcome to BonsaiHelp.

Stymie · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 11:37 am Post subject: Re: Hello

Welcome and congrats on your partnership.
Meanwhile, could you tell us the species/variety of tree that you have, in case there's something particular that it needs?

John P · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 2:04 pm Post subject: Re: Hello

Looking forward to seeing your tree. Hearty congratulations on you marriage. It's a fine institution and I wish you a long and happy life together. Very Happy

Best regards.
John.

roninzero · White Belt Joined: 08 Jul 2005 Posts: 2 Location: Wash DC

I have a Japanese cedar. I will post a pic I just clipped it a lil today.

Dick · Posted: Tue Jul 12, 2005 2:08 pm Post subject: Re: Hello

Welcome to the best bonsai forum around. Looking forward to your pictures of the cedar.

Stymie · Posted: Tue Jul 12, 2005 5:42 pm Post subject: Re: Hello

I'm not sure about 'Japanese' Cedar. I know about Atlas cedar, Indian cedar, Lebanon and Cyprus cedars and assume that they all have similar needs. Plenty of sun, outside of course, moist, not wet soil which should be free-draining. Do not cut new shoots and needles or they'll go brown at the tips. The way is to pinch out new growth with a slight twist. They don't tolerate major root disturbance readily so the way forward is to re-pot at long intervals of at least three years. This is possible because their root systems do not extend as quickly as some species. I hope that this helps a bit.

steve · Posted: Wed Jul 13, 2005 6:03 pm Post subject: Re: Hello

I believe it is a cryptomeria. I have seen them called japanese cedar quite often. There is an entry in the A to Z section if you have access. If not then keep it outside and avoid damp foliage as it will rot rather quickly.

DMicheleR · Posted: Thu Jul 14, 2005 11:58 am Post subject: Re: Hello

Welcome to Bonsai Help. As you've already seen, we don't tend to be a shy group! Congrats on your marriage. Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions...someone here will have the answers and be happy to share them.

Stymie · Posted: Thu Jul 14, 2005 6:06 pm Post subject: Re: Hello

Sounds like marriage guidance from Michele there Laughing

Nice to see your face on a few more posts Michele.

DMicheleR · Posted: Fri Jul 15, 2005 12:29 am Post subject: Re: Hello

Marriage advice is not something I need to be giving, but I'm getting pretty good at what NOT to do with a bonsai! Twisted Evil

ThePlantDude · White Belt Joined: 31 Jul 2005 Posts: 25

Howdy Dude ... I'm new too !

I bought a seedling once labeled "Japanese Cedar" its actually a Cryptomeria japonica ... also known as a Temple Cedar. This probably isn't the place to state how much i HATE the use of "common" names ... so i wont.
Congrats on the marriage too dude ... had a few of them too !

Cheerio
Shocked

Dick · Posted: Fri Aug 05, 2005 6:08 pm Post subject: Re: Hello

Hey dude, use the Latin names if you wish. We're a pretty informed crew, we are.