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Can you bare-root a pine tree when repotting it for bonsai? How much soil and how many roots can safely be removed?
Pines are often treated like delicate porcelain when it comes to root work—but the truth is more nuanced. In this video, I repot a nursery-grown Mugo pine and show you exactly how I reduce the rootball, remove compacted field soil, and prepare the tree for recovery.
Many DIY bonsai growers lose trees by doing too much too soon. I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process, explain the biology behind pine roots, and share tips to help you avoid the most common mistakes.
This is Stage 1 in the journey of turning an overgrown nursery pine into a healthy, developing bonsai.
🔍 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
When and how to safely repot a pine for bonsai
Why pine roots behave differently from deciduous trees
How much root pruning a Mugo pine can handle
What not to do if you want your pine to survive
How to set your tree up for strong, healthy recovery
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