Hey , I collected this Ponderosa Pine Tree in the spring of 2024. I would like to get some advice on when I can work on this tree.
The general recommendation is to let collected trees settle for 2 or 3 years before doing any work. They need to have a solid root pad and growing well and it can sometimes take even longer. Remember that bonsai is a long game.
Not the answer anyone excited about a new tree wants to hear…but 2026-2027
Thank you, for your response. So a few weeks ago I wanted to move it to a different location, but the roots already started growing through the pot. Should I just leave the tree where it’s at. I’m new to all this. I was just so happy that my tree survived this long. Any advice would greatly appreciate.
Thank you, Ro
The fact that roots have grown out of the pot is very encouraging. In the spring, I would cut it loose from the ground and place it on blocks to force the roots to grow inside the pot. If it puts out some good growth this spring/summer you could do some initial branch setting since most of the branches are fairly thin. I would leave any heavy moves until 2026.