An Eastern Hemlock Story and a Lesson Learned » fjrn

I replaced it with sifted black earth. Hopefully this will correct what I believe to be a pH issue, and the tree can regain strength.

I replaced it with sifted black earth. Hopefully this will correct what I believe to be a pH issue, and the tree can regain strength.

Here is the tree the other day. It seems to be growing well after its soil enrichment, but I will need more time to know if this solved the problem for sure. As a side note, the spring growth of hemlock is incredibly beautiful. Like yew or spruce, I find the spring growth of these trees just as nice as flowers.
Without removing the tree from the pot, I raked and shook away most of the coarse bonsai soil.

Published September 7, 2013 at 700 × 937 in An Eastern Hemlock Story and a Lesson Learned

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