Stumpy won one the two Best in Show awards at the US National Shohin Exhibition.Did this tree just win a prize at a show? Well deserved. It is amazing. Would love to see it "undressed".
The development is cronicled in the International Bonsai magazine '16 #3.Alan, tell us more about the history of this tree, where collected, year training, how you make it to win Best in Show, Thanks.
12".Very cool tree--what's its story? what are its dimensions?
Thank you. For me,when my trees are called healthy, it' a great compliment.Your tree looks incredibly healthy. Well done on the care!
Very meticulous pinching heaps keep this American larch tight. They are not known for such small needles.Awesome man! Really impressive how you have grown that so compact. For how vigorous larch grow, this is quite the tree. Congratulations on the recognition you received, it's well deserved!
Thank you. Credit needs to go to my teacher, Bill Valavanis. Without him my skills would be nowhere.Wow great tree
Thank you Mark. I know you understanding the heart of bonsai so I cherish your adulation of my little friend.Stumpy is Beloved!!!
He is an amazing fellow, Alan has treated him well and Stumpy shines!
One of my all time favorite trees.
Have you ever tried defoliating one?Very meticulous pinching heaps keep this American larch tight. They are not known for such small needles.
Too much work!Have you ever tried defoliating one?
I was just wondering if that was one of the tamarack tricks you use.Too much work!
Ultra-sweet tree. Its size makes it even more special!12".