This photo shows step two (see below). From this angle you can see that the current base of the trunk is a mess. After layering we’ll have a new base, though it’s unclear from this photo why this spot (at the top of the layer) was chosen. My guess is the author picked this unattractive tree for instructional purposes rather than for aesthetic reasons. The photos are from Bonsai Today issue 20. Your basic layering technique This one is actually simpler than the previous ‘simple’ technique. It’s the most common way to air-layer. It is quite easy and when done … Continue reading Truly a Simple Air-Layering Technique