MTM - Schefflera banyan progression thread.

[Michigan Tree Murderer]

After thinning the top branches on Aug 3rd, I'm getting new growth on branches below. Looking under the canopy I saw a few aerial roots that attempted to grow and dried out. I read that chopping the roots like I did when I repotted it will cause the tree to shoot new aerial roots out. Which would be fine in a tropical environment but not mine.


What I'm guessing is a grasshopper is feeding on some of the leaves, I didn't find one upon inspection.


Also getting good root growth along the soil, and what looks like tree frog poop. Hopefully they ate the grasshopper.

 

[Michigan Tree Murderer]

Prior to starting this banyan project, I purchased a small Schefflera to practice on, the small one is in inorganic bonsai soil, and doesn't grow half as well as this one I have in organic soil. Leaves aren't as green, not much back budding, & the overall health is night & day between the two. Just an oberservartion I'd like to share and remember.


I found some Aphids while trimming it back again today. Growing really great all Summer.


I sprayed the tree to help get rid of the Aphids. I'll keep an eye on it.


I think this weird leaf growth is from being pressed against the porch railing, not a 100% sure.

 

[Michigan Tree Murderer]

Just a trim before it goes inside for the winter. Lot's of new growth, & new branches.





I had some help.