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QUESTION: I am trying to get set up to graft Japanese maples so I can have a few more maples to work on for my bonsai hobby/addiction.  I am looking for the ideal root stock and a source for that root stock.  I would prefer seeds, but seedlings would work if the cost is not too high.  Thanks, Tom

ANSWER: Hi Tom,
Great Name!  I am not a bonsai expert but we do have one here on Allexperts who would be much more knowledgeable than I.  If you will go to Home/Garden and then click on Gardening and then Click on Bonsai, there is one expert there.  Let me know if they can't answer your question and I'll see what I can do about finding you an answer.
thx,
Tom

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QUESTION: Yes indeed.  My question was more on grafting.  I am trying to find root stock for maples so I can graft.  What happens to the tree after grafting does not effect the root stock.  Certainly I will contact the other person who works on bonsai, but he may not do any grafting and only work on mature subjects.  Thanks again.  Tom

Answer
Hi Tom,
Here is a link to a site that deals with Acer palmatum rootstocks and bonsai too.  I hope this is helpful to you.

http://www.pacificcoastmaples.com/japanese-maple-trees/japanese-maple-rootstalk/

Here are some articles on grafting Japanese maples.

http://www.worldplants.com/intro2.htm

Tom