Advise

Luka · White Belt Joined: 19 Mar 2008 Posts: 1

Hi people,
I want to start making my bonsai, can you give me some advise for cutting the roots I had a problem finding this information on the net, and of course it is the best to ask people who are in this. I am thinking to make bonsai of cherry.
Please give me some advise...

Stymie · Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 11:46 pm Post subject: Re: Advise

Hello Luka and welcome.
The object of pruning roots is so that the tree may be planted in a shallow container which in turn will help to keep the tree small. It is considered safe to remove up to one third of the root mass. The strong downward growing roots being the main target. We call these tap roots and their main function is to anchor the tree into the ground. The fine fibrous roots should be retained as they are the feeders. To provide a firm base and prevent movement in the absence of tap roots, we anchor the tree into the pot with wire threaded through the holes in the base and twisted over the rootball to hold it steady. You will find guides to re-potting and the suitable planting medium at the top of this forum. Come back with any remaining questions.