March 17, 2009

First Bonsai Tree

Okay I got my first bonsai tree. It is called a dwarf mugo pine. It's kind of cute. Since it is a dwarf it grows really slow, only an inch a year. Currently I am only keeping it alive. I still haven't decided how I am going to shape it. It is living inside but starting this summer it will begin living its life outside.  Anyway, here's a picture of the little guy. 



It still needs a nice pot but this one will have to do for now.  
I plan on getting a maple in April. I have to wait until the nurseries get them in for summer. 
Anyway this is the first bonsai. I'll keep you posted.