Steve wachs wrote:

In a message dated 3/4/2004 12:30:54 AM Eastern Standard Time, writes:
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The chances of finding a "good" bonsai in the woods are slim. A tree with the right trunk thickness will probably be too tall with branches too high to be suitable for a bonsai pot.

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you would stand a better chance of finding a small tree with a thick trunk in a field that has been worked and trees are constantly hacked. farms are a good places to look.
good luck with your trip.
SteveW
Long Island NY

I have had pretty good luck in pastures too. Another situation that will yield good results is rock outcroppings--ledge. Trees can't put down taproots and can develop wonderful bases because they spread rather than grow deep.

Craig Cowing
NY
Zone 5b/6a Sunset 37

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