Eric demonstrates two different approaches to growing and developing large exposed root pines. Watch through to the end, when he shares advice that really gets to the "root" of the issue! ;-)
00:00:33 Removing auxiliary container.
00:01:43 Advice on avoiding cutting roots when exposing them.
00:02:12 One side with many roots and wood production.
00:02:40 Set of roots effectively becomes the trunk of the bonsai.
00:03:06 3-gallon grow bag; bending and twisting the set of roots.
00:04:05 Anchoring the movement and wiring smaller branches.
00:05:31 Review reason for large mass of roots.
00:06:19 Second example.
00:07:02 Removing from gallon container to create an upside-down exposed root (Eric's favorite kind).
00:07:50 Explanation of work and replanting into a 5-gallon grow bag and auxiliary container.
00:09:18 Importance of the size of the container (don't miss this tip!)
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