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Home » Growing » How to Graft Japanese Maple Trees.

How to Graft Japanese Maple Trees.

Updated : February 11, 2015

1,835 Comments

Japanese Maple Grafting DVD, three people get it free!

Discover how to grow beautiful Japanese maples like this at home!

Acer palmatum Orido Nishiki

Acer palmatum Orido Nishiki

 

Lion's Head Japanese Maple

Lion’s Head Japanese Maple

Grafting your own Japanese maple trees really isn’t difficult to do once you know how.  The actual act of grafting is easy, but there are a lot of little things that determine how successful you are in your efforts.  Things like timing, temperature, how warm should the root stock be, how warm should the scion wood be, what time of the year is ideal for grafting etc.

Japanese maples are one of the most desired and intriguing plants in the plant kingdom.  For us to be able to reproduce these beautiful creatures at will is pretty exciting.

In order to graft a Japanese maple tree the first thing you need are one or more seedlings that you can graft onto.  The seedling that you use has to be in the same Japanese maple family as the desired variety that you are trying to create.  Most Japanese maples are in the acer Palmatum family.  Acer meaning a maple tree, Palmatum being a specific kind of Japanese maple.

Crimson Queen Japanese Maple

Crimson Queen Japanese Maple

Japanese maples, or even Japanese red maples are quite easy to grow from seed.  I am producing a new “How to DVD” in which I will not only teach you exactly how to grow Japanese maples from seed, but I will show you all the tricks to successfully graft these beautiful plants.

Grafting is a winter sport.  Typically grafting is done in January and February.  The seedling is stored outside where it is cold, then two to three weeks before you start grafting the seedling is move indoors where it is nice and warm, around 70 degrees.  It takes 10 to 14 days for the dormant rootstock (seedling) to come out of dormancy.  Once the rootstock starts to break dormancy, that’s the ideal time to make your graft.

The scion, which is just a fancy name for a cutting, is left outside, still attached to the tree from which it is going to be removed right up until the day that you are going to graft.  In other words, on the day that you make your graft, you want the rootstock just coming out of dormancy, but the scion still very much dormant.

Sound confusing?  I know it sounds that way, but it really is much simpler than that which is why we are making a DVD about this process

Three People Get this New DVD Absolutely Free!

Butterfly Japanese Maple

Butterfly Japanese Maple

 

We are going to pick three people completely at random to receive one of these new DVDs free of charge.  Just enter a comment below if you’d like to be considered for this give away.  Winners will be notified by Email.

Interested?

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Comments

  1. Paula says

    June 21, 2018 at 11:11 am

    I have access to tons of free rootstocks and scions so I would LOVE to get the dvd.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      June 22, 2018 at 8:37 am

      Paula,

      We don’t sell any dvd’s any more. See this; http://japanesemaplelovers.com/how-to-graft-japanese-maple-trees/

      Reply
  2. Robert Davis says

    September 19, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    I am just getting started and I am actually still in the planning stage but want to officially start this Winter with grafting! I need all the help I can get! Definitely count me in!!

    Reply
    • Mike says

      September 20, 2017 at 7:52 am

      Robert,

      I highly recommend that join the members area, http://backyardgrowers.com/join, as soon as it opens again. Lots of grafting stock etc. available during the winter months.

      Reply
  3. mickey barnett says

    July 2, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Have been trying for years to grow from seeds right from tree ? . Not much luck ….would love to have a DVD ….im starting to think my being in Florida is the problem

    Reply
    • Mike says

      July 3, 2017 at 7:58 am

      Mickey,

      You can learn to do both here; http://japanesemaplelovers.com/

      Reply
  4. Lani says

    March 15, 2017 at 12:41 am

    I have started growing Japanese Maples from seed and would like to learn more about grafting please.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      March 15, 2017 at 8:23 am

      Lani,

      See this http://japanesemaplelovers.com/how-to-graft-japanese-maple-trees/

      Reply
  5. JOSE ADAMES says

    June 20, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THE DVD, ABOUT THE GRAFTING A JAPANESE CRIMSON TREE

    Reply
    • Mike says

      June 21, 2016 at 6:47 am

      Jose,

      We no longer sell DVDs but there is a video in the University that covers grafting as well as just about every other kind of plant propagation you can imagine. https://mikesbackyardnursery.com/2015/10/backyard-nursery-tools-of-the-trade-things-to-turn-you-into-a-successful-grower/

      Reply
  6. Pat S says

    May 28, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    I gave this systen a try last year on a very small scale (I am mobility impaired)and it works wery well. I have had very good luck and I thank you for making such a sure thing available to us

    Reply
    • Mike says

      May 29, 2016 at 4:52 pm

      Pat,

      You’re welcome and congrats on your grafting success.

      Reply
  7. steve ludi says

    May 26, 2016 at 7:54 am

    where did you get your original japanese maple scions? thanks steve

    Reply
    • Mike says

      May 26, 2016 at 2:03 pm

      Steve,

      I collected all of my Japanese maple scions from trees in my landscape.

      Reply
  8. JANET says

    March 31, 2016 at 6:04 pm

    I would love a DVD

    Reply
  9. charlie chasser says

    January 6, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Question,
    love you info.
    I have Japanese small red maples, growing under the large tree from seeds.
    about two feet tall or more.
    its winter now jan 6th and would like to know when I can remove these trees and trans plant them… thank you. Charlie

    Reply
    • Mike says

      January 7, 2016 at 5:53 pm

      Charlie,

      You can move them anytime between now and early spring. Just make sure you move them before they start to leaf out.

      Reply
  10. Becky says

    August 1, 2015 at 12:14 pm

    Where can you get the rootstocks? Love your website

    Reply
    • Mike says

      August 2, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      Becky,

      Inside of our members area there are always Japanese maple root stock offered for sale from early winter until early spring.

      Reply
  11. Peter Kozak says

    June 4, 2014 at 7:35 pm

    My mother has a beautiful Red Lace Japaneese Maple.I would love to surprise her by planting or grafting another in the front garden which by the way is home to poison ivy .I don’t have the knowledge to graft the tree she has now grown this tree for 25 years,, that’s why I need to graft. Your DVD would be invaluable to me.
    Thank you Peter Kozak

    Reply
  12. Sharon Reynolds says

    October 23, 2013 at 7:53 pm

    Would love to have the grafting DVD. My father used to do some grafting when I was a kid. Had a bosc pear on a Bartlett tree in the backyard.

    Reply
  13. Lisa says

    June 13, 2013 at 8:44 pm

    I live in the south and great weather here for growing. I can’t wait to get started.

    Reply
  14. Connie Bratt says

    June 13, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    I’ve grown 5 Japanese Maples from seed so far and am going to plant more because I think they will be great sellers! Would love to know more about how to graft these lovely trees! Hope you pick me!

    Reply
  15. gord says

    June 13, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    great stuff Mike.. love your vids

    Reply
  16. Steve Fonke says

    June 13, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    I’ve grown about fifteen or twenty from seed and would love to use them for grafting. Love your emails. Thanks.

    Reply
  17. Sylvia Ranson says

    June 13, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    Mike, if you don’t pick me to receive one of those amazing jewels, can you reveal whre U bouthe them so I can order a couple? Do you have a coral bark jap map? foilage is brillliant green and the brown bark turns red in the fall-winter.

    Reply
  18. Terence says

    May 24, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    Hi Mike, Started work as a gardener two days after leaving school at the age of fifteen at our local cemetery. This was were l got the bite for gardening, the smells, watching seedlings l had planted grow. It has been in my blood ever since. I am now 64 years old and it has never left me, if anything the bite has gotten bigger. I got my first ACER fivers ago, l must have done something right as it is doing so well a beautiful bush some seven feet tall now. I have this year bought another five different Acers,I am now besotted with them and would love to learn all l possible could about grafting these beautiful bushes. Would just love to win one of your FREE DVDs on this subject. I live in the North of England, Middlesbrough they say if you can live up here you can live any where in the world as it so cold most of the time. Thank you for letting me enter this competition Mike.

    Reply
  19. Vardan Grigoryan says

    May 14, 2013 at 3:32 pm

    Thanks for everything, how can I by DVD?

    Reply
    • Mike says

      May 15, 2013 at 7:21 pm

      Vardan,

      Details on the now complete DVD are here. http://freeplants.com/graft-japanese-maples.html

      Reply
  20. Nancy says

    April 21, 2013 at 1:13 am

    I have appreciated your you tube videos so much. It turns out I have my Dad’s green thumb, I just started a little later! Seeing what I can grow or propagate has been so much fun. Thank you for the wealth of “easy-to-understand,” information that you share with all of us!
    I love having Japanese Maple Trees coming up from seed all on their own in our from yard.

    Reply
  21. L says

    April 14, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    Hi Mike, Your info is great and I have kept all your emails, ordered your $47 program but it seems so overwhelming and I can’t find the motivation to start! You make it sound easy… At this point I am very frustrated. I enjoy planting and of course enjoy making some cash yet I feel frozen when it comes to beginning it all, sounds ridiculous right?. I have plenty of acreage and believe I would do very well (even though you do not need the land) so wish me luck in reading everything over yet again and this time actually starting.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      April 14, 2013 at 7:20 pm

      L.

      Your comments to me are not at all unusual. Lots of people feel that way. Think really, really small, one square foot, then then next, then the next. If you do that you’ll find these very simple and easy to do. I don’t normally tell me to think smaller, but when you are just starting out it makes it much easier to manage mentally. Worst mistake at all you can make is to do nothing, or try and get your head around the whole thing at one time. Take it one small bite at a time. -Mike McGroarty http://freeplants.com/wanted.htm

      Reply
  22. Jim says

    April 7, 2013 at 7:11 am

    Thanks for the chance to win a DVD, watching your videos I feel like I’ve already won. You have so much knowledge about the plant world, everyone in your audience is a winner just by watching ! Thanks again Mike

    Reply
    • Mike says

      April 7, 2013 at 10:22 am

      Thanks Jim,

      I truly appreciate your kind comments.

      Reply
  23. Brock says

    March 2, 2013 at 9:16 am

    I love the art of grafting trees! Its so exciting!. Ive never been able to successfully accomplish it myself but the thought of it fascinates me. I cant wait until the day that I successfully graft my first tree :}

    Reply
  24. Michael Harwood says

    February 26, 2013 at 10:42 pm

    I grew a beautiful weeping Jap Maple (variety Dissectum) once. Absolutely stunning !!!

    Reply
  25. Katie says

    February 20, 2013 at 11:23 am

    Thank you for all your free information. Not many people like you to help us out without a charge. I know it is a little late but I have my Japanese Maple seed soaking getting ready to plant. Thanks again for all your information

    Reply
  26. Leon says

    February 17, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    Enter me into the draw, if it’s not too late. It would be great to get the DVD.

    Reply
  27. Randy says

    February 16, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    Truly the most desirable plant in any landscape!

    Reply
  28. Duane says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:08 am

    I hope the selection is random and not who puts the best marshmallows in the hot chocolate, so put me in for the free DVD. But whatever, thanks for all the giving to us plant grower Mike.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 15, 2013 at 7:57 am

      Duane, the selection truly is random. The three winners have been notified. Thanks for asking.

      Reply
  29. Helen says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:33 pm

    One of my favorite trees along with dogwoods. Didn’t know you could graft them, or grow from seed.

    I have three, two in containers. How long can they be in a container before transplanting into the yard?

    Would like a copy of your DVD to learn how. Thanks for the opportunity.
    Helen

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 14, 2013 at 6:57 am

      Helen,

      You can keep a plant in a container indefinitely as long as it is happy. Containers must be fertilized, but very carefully, they must be watered, but especially for Japanese maples they can’t be too wet. And if you’re in a colder zone they really should be planted for more winter protection. My contention is that plants are always happier and safer in the ground.

      Reply
      • bill hyatt says

        February 14, 2013 at 10:35 am

        mike you have the best cite on the internet it has realy helped me have a great garden thanks a million

        Reply
        • Mike says

          February 15, 2013 at 7:55 am

          Thanks Bill, I appreciate you saying that.

          Reply
  30. Benito Montemayor says

    February 13, 2013 at 11:33 am

    Do you have any DVD’s for sale at this time?

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 14, 2013 at 6:58 am

      Benito, the DVD is now for sale on this site.

      Reply
  31. Walter Kowalik says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:07 pm

    I love to grow Japanese Maples. I have at least 7 in my small apartment type garden. I need several more. Any help would be appreciated!!
    I have tried to grow them from seed and have had no luck. Any suggestions?
    Walt Kowalik

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 11, 2013 at 6:50 pm

      Walter, you can find a link to detailed instructions on growing from seed here: http://www.freeplants.com/growing-japanese-red-maples.htm

      Reply
  32. Kevin B says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:07 pm

    Awesome! 45 japanese maple seedlings sprouted a couple years ago, and they’re ready for my first grafting.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 11, 2013 at 6:48 pm

      Kevin, nice job on the seedlings!

      Reply
  33. Judi D says

    February 10, 2013 at 12:48 am

    I would love this DVD, my daughter has a lovely Japanese Maple in her yard that I would love to have a grafting of. Thanks Mike for all of your tips and knowledge, I am sure that when I retire I would love to become a backyard gardener.

    Thanks

    Reply
  34. Chris Stolle says

    February 9, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    I would love to win your DVD. Hope I get picked! Grafting is very cool!

    Reply
  35. Thomas Bouche says

    February 9, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    How cool!!! I have 6 different kinds of Japanese Maples and I would love to learn how to properly graft them. Thank you for all of the tips…great site!!!

    Reply
  36. lytrelle richardson says

    February 9, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    i love japanese maples ,only been able to afford one.i would love to be able to graft some of these trees

    Reply
  37. Gina W says

    February 9, 2013 at 4:41 am

    Count me in this sounds terrific

    Reply
  38. Shirley says

    February 9, 2013 at 2:19 am

    I always thought that Japanese Maples look like they were soft and fuzzy. I especially like the ones with feather like leaves.

    Reply
  39. JEAN says

    February 8, 2013 at 11:37 am

    If the picking is random, I may have as good a chance as any. Please count me in as having hope!

    Reply
  40. Kitty says

    February 7, 2013 at 9:29 pm

    Love Japanese Maples. There is a Japanese Maple nursery about 15 min from our lake house. She has a tremendous selection of maples, various colors, leaf shapes, and sizes, but some are quite pricey. I would love to learn how to graft maples myself through your instructional DVD. Thank you for all the gardening knowledge you share with your readers.
    Many thanks,
    Kitty

    Reply
  41. Adnan says

    February 7, 2013 at 8:36 am

    Beautiful. My favorites. Can’t have enough of them.
    Always wanted to learn how to propagate them. But not for sale. Old Persian poet Omar Khayam says: “Poor the ones who sell wine. Because for the money they get there is nothing better that can be purchased anyway!

    Adnan

    Reply
  42. Beverly says

    February 6, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    I would love a copy of this DVD. I have always wanted to learn how to graft. My husband would too. My father in law use to know how but he passed away before we could learn from him. Thank You Very Much for considering me for this.

    Reply
  43. Wendy Cash says

    February 5, 2013 at 11:22 pm

    I would love a copy of this. I have always wanted to know how to graft.

    Reply
  44. Carol S. Williams says

    February 5, 2013 at 7:40 pm

    Wouldn’t I just LOVE to have that DVD! It would be so nice to see my efforts to grow trees materialize – especially with such a lovely tree as the Japanese Maple.

    Reply
  45. Mary MacLeod says

    February 5, 2013 at 3:55 pm

    I am planning to plant quite a few redbud trees to sell later this year and would love to learn how to graft Japanese Maples to use in my landscape design also! Thanks for the many helful and entertaing letters!

    Reply
  46. James Camuso says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    Florida is a bit too warm for Japanese Maples. Could I interest you in some Nellie Stevens Holly shrubs?

    Reply
  47. garydona says

    February 5, 2013 at 8:51 am

    Mike, Thanks for the offer. Like you said, it sounds confusing and I am confused. But after reading it several more times and a couple cups of coffee, I think I have the concept. I’m sure your DVD will make it perfectly clear! Now to understand the grafting process.

    Reply
  48. Jean Lankford says

    February 4, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    Love watching your video’s, you have some lovely plants and great information.

    Thanks For all you do!
    Jean

    Reply
  49. Bennie Shifflett says

    February 4, 2013 at 3:13 pm

    This is just the thing I want to do in my new greenhouse. I’ve just retired and want to start a new business for my grandson.

    Reply
  50. Bil says

    February 4, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    Pick ME, I’m dressed like a turnip.

    Reply
  51. Paul Parks says

    February 4, 2013 at 11:43 am

    Hey Mike,sure could use this addition to my gardening. You are a great source for some very usefull tips. Thankyou.

    Reply
  52. Carol S. Hold says

    February 4, 2013 at 9:36 am

    Thank you for the free book lots of info.Count mein the drawing or the sale of the DVD.Thank You.

    Reply
  53. Inka says

    February 4, 2013 at 9:19 am

    I read everything you send, and hope to be able to put it to good use this spring.
    Inka

    Reply
  54. David B. Brantley says

    February 4, 2013 at 7:49 am

    Yes Mike ,I would love to be entered in your drawing for the trees DVD & thank you for your web pages as I do get a lot of information from them.

    Reply
  55. Eileen Cotton says

    February 4, 2013 at 12:30 am

    I love Japanese Maple trees! They are so beautiful!

    Reply
  56. Carol Tomberlin says

    February 3, 2013 at 9:48 pm

    I have a beautiful Japanese Maple in my front yard. It is brilliant red in the spring and fall. It’s a show piece. I would love to learn how to graft this tree.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 5, 2013 at 10:03 am

      Carol, grafting DVD will be available soon, but make sure you collect as many seeds from that tree as you can this fall.

      Reply
  57. Ron says

    February 3, 2013 at 7:07 pm

    Pick me unless I am too late. I haven’t tried graphing but I did some fig tree hard wood cutting last year that came out great.
    Thanks Mike for your efforts

    Ron

    Reply
  58. Steve Hood says

    February 3, 2013 at 5:53 pm

    I really enjoy your videos and the way you explain things. I have always wanted to grow a Japanese Maple and would like the DVD you are offering.

    Reply
  59. Sheila Murray says

    February 3, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    Mike, I am a floor-covering specialist (I work at a carpet store), however, my passion is plants. Years ago, I started bringing my plants into the store for the winter months. I had so many people asking to buy them, I decided, “why not”. I have become known as the carpet lady that sells plants. I live in the country and access to my home is way off the beaten path, therefore it is hard to sell from home. I would however like to be entered in your contest. I feel I could put that information to good use. I have been known to sell maple, walnut, and mimosa (or promosa, as Grandma called them) trees — right from this little ol’ carpet store. Thanks’ for all your info, God bless you and yours, Sheila in Napoleon, Mo.

    Reply
  60. Martino says

    February 3, 2013 at 11:01 am

    Mike, I love japanese mapless. I’ve been growing them from seeds , green only reds never seem to make it, for years.

    Thanks for all of your advice..

    Reply
  61. Peggy says

    February 3, 2013 at 10:39 am

    You’ll be getting part of my income tax return this year. I enjoy your straight-talk, shoot from the hip style, videos. You’re a blessing to us all!

    Reply
  62. real says

    February 3, 2013 at 8:10 am

    These comments sound a bit fake. There are no negative comments here.

    Reply
  63. Daryl says

    February 3, 2013 at 5:46 am

    I could sure use as much help and information as possible to get more of my plants to grow – bigger, better and faster – the 6 million dollar / BIONIC plant. The video would be a great help.

    Reply
  64. Warren says

    February 3, 2013 at 4:28 am

    I’ve been following your works. Every thing has worked. cant wait to get this dvd

    Reply
  65. Charles Kavin says

    February 2, 2013 at 8:43 pm

    I love Japanese Maples. In front of my house there are two that I planted many years ago. It would sure be great fun to learn how to graft trees.

    Reply
  66. Tammy says

    February 2, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    I enjoy learning new things especially with trees and plants. I love new plants and growing trees

    Reply
  67. Erica says

    February 2, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    Wow, I would love to have this DVD, also I would love to learn to do any grafting.

    Reply
  68. Harinder says

    February 2, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    Mike,
    I am great fan of yours and have always admired you what you do…you share your great knowledge,experience,resources with everyone and I am sure every one appreciates this..you have inspired thousand of people..you are my nominee for CNN Hero…i would buy your dvd whenever you sell this….May God bless you always….

    Reply
  69. bobby says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    please inter me. Thanks.

    Reply
  70. J says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Hi Mike, Bonsai enthusiasts (like me) love Japanese maples but cannot accept an obvious graft bulge or “knuckle”. Is there anyway to minimize this result in the process?

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 2, 2013 at 7:08 pm

      J. With a red seedling you won’t have a graft union. If you want one of the more interesting and rare Japanese maples you can try rooting them by cutting. Not that easy, but it can be done. Or trying using this method. https://mikesbackyardnursery.com/2012/05/clam-shell-air-propagator/# You can buy the clamshells at http://airpropagator.com

      Reply
  71. Michelle says

    February 2, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    I love your newsletters and info!

    Reply
  72. Naomi Shelton says

    February 2, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    My daughter, who is a first-time stay-at-home mom thinks growing these little beauties might be a source of a bit of income for her and her familly. However, I am the one with the land for her to do it on, so I am throwing my hat in the ring and hoping you pick my name to win the DVD! And, by the way, I love, love, love planting trees. Tossing all the little maple and redbud seedlings that pop up around my yard is always difficult, so I pot some of them and give them away.

    Reply
  73. Perry says

    February 2, 2013 at 11:11 am

    Hello Mike, Have you had success grafting Coral Maples? Great site. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Mike says

      February 2, 2013 at 7:13 pm

      Perry,

      Coral Bark Maple is in the Acer palmatum Japanese maple family so it should be easy to graft to just about any Japanese maple seedling.

      Reply
  74. Karen says

    February 2, 2013 at 10:11 am

    I just love all your newsletters and want to learn more!
    Pick me please and I will be very happy, you don’t want me to be sad, do you?

    Reply
  75. glenn harper says

    February 2, 2013 at 9:38 am

    Bonsai !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  76. Jerry Stroud says

    February 2, 2013 at 7:56 am

    Would love to have DVD.
    I have a redbark maple that the end of the limbs keep dying and turning grey. I have to trim them back ever so often. What causes this problem

    Reply
  77. Kathleen Lackey says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:26 am

    I recently received a degree in horticulture and would love to learn more about your grafting techniques!

    Reply
  78. Bill Grimm says

    February 2, 2013 at 1:43 am

    At 75 this year, I don’t have much time to learn new things. I keep trying and this would help.

    Reply
  79. TJ Dellinger says

    February 2, 2013 at 12:22 am

    I don’t see many Japanese Maples in south Louisiana, I hope they’ll do well

    Reply
  80. Donna says

    February 1, 2013 at 11:06 pm

    Please put my name in the hat. Thanks

    Reply
  81. jim pagan says

    February 1, 2013 at 10:50 pm

    please!

    Reply
  82. jim pagan says

    February 1, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    I could use the help! Thanks. Jim

    Reply
  83. Stan says

    February 1, 2013 at 10:30 pm

    i could use a copy Mike.

    Reply
  84. Chris says

    February 1, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    Love to have a copy.

    Reply
  85. kathy says

    February 1, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    I would love to win a copy of the DVD If I’m not the winner how much will they be selling for? My husband says I am the only person he knows that can grow anything by just touching it.

    Reply
  86. milton amerison says

    February 1, 2013 at 6:53 pm

    very pretty trees

    Reply
  87. Martha Vinson says

    February 1, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    my grandmother was able to graft anything…now i am older than she was then and still trying to figure it out

    Reply
  88. Darcman says

    February 1, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    I worked a couple of years at a wholesale nursery (Canada,Zone 5-6) and gained a great respect for plant culture. I remember getting mature WB Japanese Maples shipped to us and admiring their beauty. It would be truly awsome to learn the technique of grafting these beautiful trees.

    Reply
  89. Ed says

    February 1, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    I would love a copy too.

    Reply
  90. Eric says

    February 1, 2013 at 12:40 pm

    Put my name in the hat. Thanks!

    Reply
  91. Bill Eby says

    February 1, 2013 at 12:40 pm

    I would love a copy!

    Reply
  92. russell chase says

    February 1, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    i would a video on how grow the japanese maple,please

    Reply
  93. anna marie says

    February 1, 2013 at 10:08 am

    propagating these would diversify the already beautiful mountain area i live in. thanks

    Reply
  94. wah fun says

    February 1, 2013 at 8:01 am

    I am just getting started in plants and love japanese maples – I have some seeds in the frig now. I know that seeds aren’t the best way to grow japanese maples so I would love to try grafting. A video like this would surely help.

    Reply
  95. John Polzin says

    February 1, 2013 at 3:12 am

    here’s my hat

    Reply
  96. Rebecca says

    February 1, 2013 at 2:08 am

    I would love to learn how to graft…anything

    Reply
  97. Tricia Campbell-Graham says

    February 1, 2013 at 1:09 am

    Mike, would love to have your DVD. We have two older japanese maple trees that produce bunches of seeds every year. I have always wondered how to start them. Would love to learn how from your DVD. Thank you for always giving me new information. Take care, you are a national treasure! Tricia

    Reply
  98. Jann Chelluk says

    February 1, 2013 at 12:09 am

    Could I please have one??

    Reply
  99. brett sandberg says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    i want one plz.

    Reply
  100. Darel says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    Hi Mike, I have been grafting Plumbs to Pears Peaches to Plumbs and Apples to Apples the last year or 2, I would love to learn more.
    Please throw my hat in the ring.

    Reply
  101. Michelle says

    January 31, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    Love one! Sure appreciate all the video’s!

    Reply
  102. Nancy says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:53 pm

    pick me I need a second Job and i do have a green thumb

    Reply
  103. Judy Marini says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:14 pm

    Mike, new to this backyard growing “business”, but am learning, propagating, and learning some more. Would love to ad grafting to our new adventure as I am sure that Japanese Maples are not the only tree you could graft with excellent results. Thanks for your website!!!! Such an inspiration.

    Reply
  104. Donna says

    January 31, 2013 at 7:10 pm

    Thanks so much for your continued help were it is so needed.
    I would also like to throw my name in the hat although it looks like it is full. thx

    Reply
  105. Brad says

    January 31, 2013 at 7:00 pm

    Wishing I was fishing,gardening or playing guitar,,,

    Reply
  106. Don says

    January 31, 2013 at 5:59 pm

    I am willing to purchase your DVD’s so I know that I will get them. I have had life changes and am very interested in getting started finally.

    Reply
  107. Connie Dufrechou says

    January 31, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    Hey mike! If you haven’t already drawn, I would like to throw my hat in as well. I have been in Italy since October and will be returning home the end of February and am anxious to get back to my gardening…and hopefully my Japanese maple has made it…thanks for your emails and encouragements…ciao!

    Reply
  108. Tony LaVerde says

    January 31, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    I would really appreciate a copy.
    Thanks,

    Reply
  109. gerard dubois says

    January 31, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    I would love to have one of these DVD’s

    Reply
  110. Chris Leiser says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:58 pm

    Such beautiful trees. Can we graft them to have flowers and a sweet smet too? Just joking.

    Reply
  111. Valerie Golden says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:19 pm

    I love Japanese Maples! Can’t wait for the new video!

    Reply
  112. matthew says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:19 pm

    awesome, thanks mike. you rock

    Reply
  113. Debbie Kennedy says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    PLEEEAAAAASSSSEEEE????? 🙂

    Reply
  114. Lemon says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    Sorry for the double comment Mike I tried to fix the spelling errors and cannot delete this one with the spelling errors please delete on you end or consider the other one to count as my comment ok? Thank you Mike in advance:)

    Reply
  115. Lemon says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    Hello Mike, I think your site is just wonderful and you ,share such good information:) Keep up all this great effort to help others understand and enjoy what raising and growing is all about:) Also please throw my hat into the ring and see if it gets picked:)

    Reply
  116. Lisa says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:55 pm

    I would love a copy!!!
    🙂

    Reply
  117. Lemon says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    Hello Mike I think you site is just wonderful and you ,share such good information:) Keep up all this great effort to help others understand and enjoy what raisng and growing is all about:) Also please throw my hat into the ring and see if it get picked:)

    Reply
  118. Judith Farmer says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    Just getting started but wouldlove all the info I can get

    Thanks

    Reply
  119. Joe Butera says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Mike I’ve ben a fan of yours for years. I appreciate your newsletters and all that great information. You are the plant God

    Reply
  120. Selena Cunningham says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:05 pm

    I don’t have any Japanese Maples yet but plan on it soon. They are beautiful.

    Reply
  121. Dottie says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:59 am

    Hey, Mike! Am I lucky #500? Good luck with reading all the posts from people who want to get picked. Tough choice! You can throw my hat in the ring, too. I hardly ever wear it!

    Thanks for your consideration.

    Reply
  122. Donna says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:44 am

    As always, I look forward to your emails Mike, they are the very best for information and as soon as I can I’ll be investing in your products. I’m sure this new DVD will be as awesome as you are! Thanks for the opportunity!

    Reply
  123. Karen Koop says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:37 am

    HELLO DR MIKE: Thank you for all your inspiration and motivation from all your GREAT VIDEOS…You are the Dr.of beautiful plants and trees…you have such a great world of knowledge!! Thank you!! You are TERRIFFIC!!!!!

    Reply
  124. Katie Shell says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:30 am

    Iwould like to throw my name “in he hat”
    with hundreds of others. I thoroughly enjoy
    all the info I get from you.
    Thanks!

    Reply
  125. Dennis Rogers says

    January 31, 2013 at 10:54 am

    Hi Mike

    Always enjoy reading your emails and watching your videos – full of practical information mixed with great humour. Do you have any backyard growers in the United Kingdom that have had success using the methods you teach? I would like to grow Japenese Maples here in northern UK. Many thanks

    Reply
  126. Bill says

    January 31, 2013 at 10:21 am

    Like your posts. Hope to win DVD.

    Reply
  127. Lawrence says

    January 31, 2013 at 10:13 am

    You can go ahead and send mine since I have already won. HA HA.

    Reply
  128. Kerry says

    January 31, 2013 at 9:59 am

    Sounds Great

    Reply
  129. Janet says

    January 31, 2013 at 9:57 am

    I feel lucky!!!!

    Reply
  130. Norm Welch says

    January 31, 2013 at 9:35 am

    Would love to add this DVD as supplement to my “retirement Account”.

    Reply
  131. Marion says

    January 31, 2013 at 9:20 am

    Enjoy everything you share Mike!!! Keep the info coming…

    Reply
  132. Rick Whitfield says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:54 am

    Love the maple family of trees. Have had a tough time with Japanese maples.

    Reply
  133. Glenn Katzung says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:30 am

    Thanks Mike for giving away these dvd’s. Consider my hat thrown in.

    Reply
  134. Paul Hoey says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:30 am

    Mike, finally was able to post, guess it was the work environment. Looks like you haave quite the following. I’ve had 2 japanese maples die during winter. I’m hopping that local seeds will provide me better luck. Keep up the good work.

    Reply
  135. Kendra Eggleton says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:10 am

    Mike, Thank you for the offer. I live in Wild, Wonderful, West Virginia, originally from Conneaut, Ohio. Would love to have you award me the DVD. I know it would be helpful in my wish to learn as much as possible about gardening and the ins and outs of grafting. Thank you for the newsletters, they are very clear and informative for the novice landscaper. Sincerely, Kendra

    Reply
  136. Rita Griebel says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:05 am

    Would be nice to win one of your prizes.
    thanks.

    Reply
  137. Wayne says

    January 31, 2013 at 5:19 am

    The economy in Washington State is static, read stuck. It is a little like being vacuumed to the toilet.

    We have a lot of interesting native species that may provide material for grafting.

    It looks like its time to pursue a new path to fiscal solvency. Thanks for the info.

    Reply
  138. vladan strancarich says

    January 31, 2013 at 5:00 am

    Thanks for your offer mike… I live in Australia and I have found it very hard to grow and propegate any kind of maples, mostly becouse of weather extreams. So any kind of help would be helpfull, looking forward to your next email…

    Reply
  139. Gena says

    January 31, 2013 at 4:47 am

    thank you for the opportunity to win your DVD
    Love your emails Mike.

    Reply
  140. Bob Carroll says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:40 am

    Yes, Mike, very beautiful trees! I would love the chance to see your techniques on grafting and propagating these beauties, Bob C.

    Reply
  141. nora says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:39 am

    I the plant world and always keen to learn new things. thanks mike your videos are always great fun.

    Reply
  142. roger says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:11 am

    Mike, thank you for the information that you share. You knowledge is priceless. Again thanks.

    Reply
  143. Anthony Fondren says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:11 am

    I, also, would like to be considered for one of these DVDs.

    Reply
  144. K says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:04 am

    Gotta love all these japanese maple beauties

    Reply
  145. Lance B says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:56 am

    I’m in.

    Reply
  146. joe says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:59 pm

    love all your tips so would like your dvd

    Reply
  147. susie says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:37 pm

    Amazing! Hopefully i’ll be one of the lucky and privilege person who can avail of that lovable dvd. Thank you in advance.

    Reply
  148. len smith says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    Enjoy getting all the things you show on your website , keep up the good work .

    Reply
  149. Linda says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    Hi Mike,
    You are a generous man with a very big heart. You always inspire me with your tips and enthusiasim. I am looking forward to Spring and will be getting the soil ready.Iuse your tips and then ask the Lord to bless my effert and He always does. Thank you for sharing what has taken you many years to learn from trial and error.By the way; Dirt Farmers Fudge is awesome…….

    Reply
  150. millieherb says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:20 pm

    Following you for some time now. Have learned much from you.Hope I’m one of the lucky 3!

    Reply
  151. surve says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:01 pm

    Thanks for ypur great help mike.
    I’d love to get a copy of your new DVD.

    Reply
  152. nick carr says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    Thank you for all your. Help

    Reply
  153. Dave says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    Hey Mike, please count me in.

    Reply
  154. Michelle Margheim says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:37 pm

    My husband would love to have this dvd. I hope we are the ones that get picked out of the hat. Wow, what a great gift this would be for him!

    Reply
  155. Duane says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:34 pm

    I wanna be just like you. Teach the next generation of young ones to keep these beautiful tree growing forever.

    Thanks Mike

    Loyal follower for years

    Reply
  156. Jimmy says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:30 pm

    I am the new kid on the block Mike but I sure would like to have one of your DVDs

    Reply
  157. maureen says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:24 pm

    I LOVE THE LIONS HEAD MAPLE.BEING FROM MICHIGAN I WOULD ENJOY PROMOTING ANYTHING LIONY.

    Reply
  158. Damian D says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:00 pm

    Thank you for all the great videos and all the free knowledge and plant info on J.M.

    Reply
  159. Jack Creglow says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:55 pm

    It would be awesome to win!

    Reply
  160. Wanda says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:41 pm

    I love my Japanese Maple and it has grown so beautifully that other people who have seen it went out and bought one too! Mine is 10 years old and I have seen some that must be 50 years old they are so big and gorgeous. They get prettier every year. I appreciate the work you put into your site, newsletters and DVDs and I get inspired by your enthusiasm and knowledge.

    Reply
  161. Charlotte says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    I just found out that I will be moving to the country and I will be able to grow all the the trees and plants I want. So I will be needing to learn how to grafting Japanese Maples.

    Reply
  162. Joy Underhill says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    I would so luv to have the dvd of grafting, i have tried to take slips of trees two years in a row and both times have failed misserably. This year i am determined will be different and if I win your DVD i may actually stand a chance.

    Reply
  163. Mike P. says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:12 pm

    Great job as always….count me in!

    Reply
  164. CHristina says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    I have always wanted to learn to graft trees. Maybe I will finally learn! Thanks for great videos!

    Reply
  165. Ben says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:03 pm

    would love to have a dvd on grafting, and especially for the Japanese Maples. So, select me.

    Reply
  166. Cindy says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:53 pm

    Wow Mike. Looking forward to seeing you dvd. I am starting my nursery adventure this year and hoping to retire from driving school bus to do this full time. Putting my hat in the ring for the dvd. Thanks.

    Reply
  167. Mike Tramontozzi says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:42 pm

    I would love to learn the art of grafting.

    Reply
  168. Gerry says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:16 pm

    love those Japanese Maples……….. sure would like to win

    Reply
  169. Jean says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    This is a very big hat!!! I love Japanese maples, even though they’re not native.

    Reply
  170. mike walsh says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:44 pm

    cooll trees what is the cost of the dvd

    Reply
  171. Wanda Peterson says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:35 pm

    I love japanese maples! I look forward to your newsletters. Have learned so much from you! Would love a DVD! Thanks so much!

    Reply
  172. Larry Rohenaz says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:33 pm

    would love a copy, thanks for the oppertunity.

    Reply
  173. Andy says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:49 pm

    Hi from Spain, me and my 8 year old son paul, have learnt so much from you, got him a small greenhouse, he is the boss man now. Hes loving every minute. We are looking to fill the gardens of our neighbours this summer and its all home grown. Thankyou, gracias!!

    Reply
  174. Jean says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Thanks for all of the information you give us Mike. Please enter me for the free dvd!

    Reply
  175. ANN CHIAPPISI says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:42 pm

    WILL BE DELIGHTED TO RECEIVE FURTHER KNOWLEDGE ON HOW TO RAISE JAPANESE MAPLES.
    THANK YOU

    Reply
  176. linda mccormick says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:23 pm

    Love your articles. Great job! Japanese maples are my favorite tree. Keep up the good work.

    Reply
  177. Darlene Weiss says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:04 pm

    Enjoy all your helpful information. Here is throwing my hat in the ring, too.

    Reply
  178. tommy says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:57 pm

    always wanted to learn grafting.hope i win.Thanks Mike for all the good information all these years.You have tought me so much

    Reply
  179. Lois says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    you have quite a following!! i have quite a few people to complete against. i love receiving your emails. i have started small plants which are sitting out back as we speak. i plan to purchase your information this spring, but i would love to have this dvd. many thanks and keep up your good work.

    Reply
  180. Robin says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    Beautiful trees! I need to get some of these beauties started. Throwing my hat in the ring.

    Thanks for all you do.

    Reply
  181. Glenda Hurd says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:56 pm

    I love the crimson queen but I like the one that is like it but all green 🙂 THANKS, MIKE FOR ALL UR MAIL!!

    Reply
  182. JoAnne Woodall says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    Thank you for giving me a chance to win.

    Reply
  183. Phillis says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:50 pm

    I love the Crimson Queen Japanese Maple. I wish I knew how to graft them.

    Reply
  184. Bob Ruhe says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:38 pm

    I have a beautiful Japanese maple in the front yard.

    Reply
  185. Linda H says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    Thanks Mike for all the info you share, love your emails, videos, and tips (insert great big HAPPY FACE here!) Please enter me in the drawing. Thxs Linda 🙂

    Reply
  186. Tammy Gentry says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:29 pm

    My husband is diabled but loves his Japanese Maples. I would love to win one for him.

    Thanks

    Reply
  187. christine broomell says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    Wow, looks like you have a lot of fans that like free stuff!! I love Japanese Maples and finally planted my first one this past fall. The tree seems to be doing fine and I am hoping to get your free dvd so I can have more of them!! Thanks for the opportunity! Keep sharing!!

    Reply
  188. Rich Corwin says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    Love the thought to be able to graft any tree

    Reply
  189. Verna Wawrowski says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    Thank you so much Mike for all you do! I love gardening although I am disabled now and not able to do as much as I have in years past but still love it none the less and would love a copy of your help video. I just love coming here to see what you are doing next Mike. Thank you :*)

    Reply
  190. Anonymous says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:55 pm

    mike
    my system would’nt alow me to view it. It said internet explorer was being slowed down and if i continued it might stop the system.
    Guess what it did so I didn’t get a chance to see it. Is there another site where I may view it. Im very interested.

    Thank You

    Donna Motzer
    Conesus, NY

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  191. Bob Schurr says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    It seems everyone wants the DVD. My hat is also in the ring

    Reply
  192. Bob Schurr says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    It seems everyone wants the DVD. So I can only say me too!

    Reply
  193. PATRICIA MCNERNEY says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:24 pm

    just bought 5 acres to start “GRATEFUL GARDENS” – JAPANESE MAPLES would be 1st on my list. Would be “GRATEFUL” for this video.

    Reply
  194. Vicki Baumer says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    I’d love one of your grafting video’s
    – it’s something I have always wanted to learn! Keep up the good work -I love your site!

    Reply
  195. Joyce Stevens says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    Would love to receive a copy of your grafting dvd. Tried unsuccessfully to root cuttings from a japanese maple last year. I need this DVD.

    Reply
  196. Mike says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:05 pm

    I’ve grown seedlings before, now I want to try grafting.

    Reply
  197. Mike Patterson says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:04 pm

    I wood(sic)love to know how to graft anything!

    Reply
  198. Debbie says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    Thanks for all the great info. definitely staying inspired. Looking forward to starting my first Japanese Maples. They are all soooo beautiful.

    Reply
  199. Jennifer Harvey says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    Mike, I LOVE Japanese Maples & your videos! My computer went down, and I lost all the videos I’d saved, so I’m hoping I can find them on your site. Winning the grafting video would be a great way to start spring 2013!

    Reply
  200. Alan Hestley says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    I would love to learn how to graft Japanese maples!!!

    Reply
  201. Roxann McGrail says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:44 pm

    I would love to win one of the DVD’s. Consider my hat thrown in.!!!!!!

    Reply
  202. Gerry Kitts says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    Mike I recently found you on the internet and youtube. I’ve listened to all of your videos and find them very interesting. I have a degree in horticulture and love plants and flowers and find your explanation of propagating plants to be the simplest and easiest to understand of anybody I’ve ever heard. And over the years I’ve heard quiet a few. You make it easy for the people that don’t understand. When you get done talking, “they get it”. Great job.

    Reply
  203. randy says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    here is my hat so please fill it with your amazing DVDS!

    Thank You Mike you ARE Awesome!

    Reply
  204. Bonnie Laird says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    Please put me in your drawing. Mike will Japanese Maple grow in a zone 3?

    Reply
  205. linda webb says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    One of the many skills I have ALWAYS wanted to learn! I would love the chance to learn this! PLEASE PICK ME!!

    Reply
  206. Trish Crowley says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    Hi all, greetings from Ireland. I hope I win and learn how to grow those beautiful trees over here. Thanks Mike for all the advice you give

    Reply
  207. nancy says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    thanks for all the helpful information and for a chance to get a DVD

    Reply
  208. William says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    I have been following you for 5 years now and this is a wonderful thing you are doing for your customers and new people to gardening as well I have learned a lot from you and the mistakes I have made myself but I did learn from the mistakes. One more thing to learn is a good thing and knowing how to graft would be excellent. Thanks Mike for all your hard work.

    Reply
  209. Linda Brock says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    This sounds like it would be interesting as well as enjoyable. I was disabled approx.22 years ago and my husband passed away a little over 13 years ago. I’m not the fastest at doing things but I hang in there. My lawn and working out in it and starting and trading plants with friends and neighbors has been the only thing that has prevented me from being a couch potato. I hire someone to mow my lawn and save my energy for planting,transplanting my indoor and out door plants. It would be nice to really feel usefull again. Thank you for all your tips plans and ideas thru the years. By the way my lawn is a little over six acres. I also have a couple of lawn guys that would be glad to pitch in and give me a hand if I needed it.

    Reply
  210. Ann says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    These are beautiful trees. My hat is definately in the ring!!

    Reply
  211. Doug Ingram says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:27 pm

    Sure do enjoy all this Info. This has been very helpful. Would love to have the DVD.

    Reply
  212. Ava says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:03 pm

    amazing trees. How I wish I had some trees other than Live Oak. Don’t get me wrong they are beautiful as well. Just need to mix up some colors.

    Thanks for all you do.

    Reply
  213. Laura says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:56 pm

    Hat sailing in . . .

    Reply
  214. Ruth D says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    PICK ME !!! I would love to have a Japanese Maple in my yard. PICK ME

    Reply
  215. Venton says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    Great looking trees, great site too. Thanks Mike!!!

    Reply
  216. Bill Brown says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    Mike,
    Based on the amazing number of replies/comments to your Japanese Maples announcement, you’re definitely the most popular guy I know…and deservedly so
    It’s going to take one HUGE hat to throw everyone’s name in it, but please include mine and I’ll keep my fingers crossed.
    Thanks!

    Reply
  217. Sandy Barnes says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:42 pm

    Love the shape of the Japanese Maples. The ones I like the best are the ones which have the delicate, lacey leaf, and get almost a burgandy red leaf.

    Reply
  218. Christy Waddell says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    I have one in the ground, and three to plant this spring. I would LOVE to be able to properly propagate them! Thank you SO much for all your wonderful advice!

    Reply
  219. Dwright says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    Beautiful trees want to be able to graft them and help my kids

    Reply
  220. Colleen says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    Have 14 acres could have grafting happiness on!

    Reply
  221. Tony Pulis says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    WOW. Fantastic colours. Beautiful trees.

    Reply
  222. Jack McConnell says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:26 pm

    I enjoy reading your emails. I have rooted some Japanese maples and grew some from seed but have any luck grafting
    Thanks
    Jack

    Reply
  223. Jenia says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:24 pm

    LOVE LOVE!!!! Japanese Maples!!!! I would love to learn how to graft them.
    Thank you Mike!

    Reply
  224. David says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:19 pm

    Grafting has always been a passion of mine. Would love to learn about Japanese Maples.

    Keep up the good work.

    Reply
  225. Fred Isaac Kornegay says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:11 pm

    Mike, pick me and two other people for this DVD promotion,plus I love Red Maples,so Mike hurry and send them out to Mirin Ave,God bless you and be well, Fred.

    Reply
  226. Ronda says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    I grew up in Oregon & there are lots of Japanese maples in yards but I don’t see near as many back here in Arkansas. I’d love to have the video for my collection of “How to’s” cuz I’m already getting my act together. Thanks Mike!!

    Reply
  227. Ed says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:58 am

    Mike, Thanks for all your post and advice

    Reply
  228. Belinda says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:41 am

    I would love to win the DVD.

    Reply
  229. Bob K. says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:37 am

    Mike, I would really like to be one or the winners, but I know the only way to really win is through hard work. I moved next to a man and his property over 12 years ago, he used to run a big nursery business back in the day. He had 4 greenhouses and overgrown Christmas trees. I didn’t learn of all of his knowledge until after his death. I really wish I would have gotten to know him and I know I could have learned a lot from him. He seemed to be just a bitter mean old man, so I didn’t want any parts of that. After his death his property was sold to someone wanting to build condo’s there and wanted to be rid of the greenhouses. I worked out a deal to tear down as much of the greenhouses that I could before they did. I since rebuilt one on my property and am still completing it. I am still learning everything and need all the help I can get. I’ve learned a lot already about propagating plants from you and am eager to get at it again this spring. This informational DVD would be a big help to further my knowledge and to help me one day start my own business in this field. Thanks for all you do for us!

    Reply
  230. jerry keese says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:18 am

    I don’t know anything about those symbols below but, I would love to have the DVD. Thanx for all you do

    Reply
  231. Jon Meyer says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:14 am

    you make it sound so easy,really

    Reply
  232. Ari L. says

    January 30, 2013 at 11:04 am

    I would love to get one if the DVD’s. Maybe in that way maybe I will be able to work in something that I actually like! 🙂

    Reply
  233. Chris Batley says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:58 am

    Would love the free video. Gorgeous trees. Thanks for the opportunity!

    Reply
  234. Tom Biesiada says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:48 am

    Please enter me in your drawing my father and grandfather both were tree grafter’s and i regret I didn’t learn but it’s never too late

    Reply
  235. Walter Chappell says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:46 am

    Hi Mike.
    At 78 years of age I probably don’t have a lot of years to try it out but sure would like to try. Thank you for all you do for all of the Back yard growers.

    Reply
  236. Irv says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:45 am

    Here’s my hat in the ring.

    Reply
  237. Phillip says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:40 am

    Put my name in the hat, please.

    Reply
  238. Barb Erwin says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:24 am

    We have lost 5 trees do to the drought would love the DVD to help us replace the trees.

    Reply
  239. Maxie m razon says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:16 am

    Wow! Thats awesome! Ives always love to see a japanese maple, last time been in japan i brought some seedlings, i live in zone 9 , so the plants grow , but it didnt grow that big coz the plants died! How to grow japanese maple in a zone 9-11. Thanks much

    Reply
  240. Bonnie Bullington says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:07 am

    Mike,
    I’ve been a subscriber to your newsletter for a long time and have learned SOOOO much over the years. Japanese Maples are my favorite tree. But living in Tennessee they’re very expensive. Living on a fixed income makes it very hard for me to justify the cost of buying one. I was given one for my birthday (October) a few years ago, but it died in less than a year. Guess I didn’t have enough knowledge about them to grow one successfully. I’d love the DVD so that hopefully I’d be able to grow these beautiful trees.
    Keep up the great work Mike. Your newesletter is a big bright spot to my day!

    Reply
  241. Debbie says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:07 am

    Please enter me into the drawing. These trees are amazing!!

    Reply
  242. Dan says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:59 am

    Someone backed their car over my friends Japanese maple and I’d love to learn how to start a replacement for him.

    Reply
  243. Emmett Butler says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:56 am

    Thanks Mike for all the information you have provided over the years. I have 25 JRM that I stratified last winter.I would like to have your DVD on grafting, I am ready graft my little tress.

    Reply
  244. Steve says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:54 am

    Mike

    Have learned a lot from you over the past 5 or 6 years. Still learning and planning on learning a lot more.

    Thank You

    Reply
  245. Herb says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:51 am

    Great response Mike, you are a genius.

    Reply
  246. Rich says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:47 am

    Growing up, the most beautiful tree in our front yard was a Red Japanese Maple. I would love to have one in my yard, and then gift more to the neighborhood! Thanks for the great idea.

    Reply
  247. Steve Colosky says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:47 am

    Mike
    Been with your program for a long time, Have learned a LOT. Teach me more! !

    Thanks

    Reply
  248. Norma says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:41 am

    Please add me to the list.

    Reply
  249. Josephine says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:31 am

    Adore you Mike. Keep the great info coming. Would love to win your DVD. Keeping fingers crossed, (after I finish writing you.

    Reply
  250. roger says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:18 am

    please add me to the list

    Reply
  251. Carol says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:15 am

    Had to leave my beloved Japanese Maple when I moved. Now have space for a new one, but have not found one that talked to me yet. I would love your DVD. I have saved most of your newsletters, planning to someday wow the neighborhood with all my knowledge.

    Reply
  252. Gerald "Mitch" Mitchell says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:09 am

    A great idea! I always want learn more about

    growing plants.

    Reply
  253. M. Grunwald says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:09 am

    I’d love one of these, since the book I bought “disappeared” with everything else when the ex. left, and I’m starting over.

    Reply
  254. J Unangst says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:50 am

    my hat is in ,thanks mike

    Reply
  255. Staci Martin says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:45 am

    I would love this DVD. Starting a new landscaping plan this spring. I LOVE Japanese Maples.

    Reply
  256. Dave Watson says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:32 am

    Mike, I have two new trees this past year, and this would be a great way to expand these around my landscape. thank you.

    Reply
  257. Julie says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:32 am

    Would love to have one!

    Reply
  258. Joe B. says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:32 am

    This is a great offer Mike. I have my fingers crossed,lol.

    Reply
  259. judi bunner says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:32 am

    Mike, I have always been told you could not start japanese maples from seed. I used to buy unusual small ones from Mellingers to use as starter bonsai, but they have since closed. I would like to know where you are getting the root stock. Thanks, Judi

    Reply
  260. annie moss says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:24 am

    there are so many comments, I am not very hopeful to win the free DVD but am happy to throw my hat in the ring. Thanks for the chance.
    Love your stuff Mike and Dustin

    Reply
  261. Kimball Humphreys says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:22 am

    What a great gift you are providing. The gift that keeps on giving the whole year thru.
    Thanks for all your great informational videos… I try to watch them all at least 3 times so the information sinks in my tiny brain.
    thanks,
    Kim

    Reply
  262. Chuck Bolton says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:13 am

    I simply love Jap Maples. I try to use one in every landscape i do.

    Reply
  263. Daniel H. Quintana says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:12 am

    I am grateful to have been allowed to be a subscriber to your newsletter and have followed your activities on your website for several years now. Since retirement, I have taken up gardening and constantly scour the internet for gardening tips. To date, yours has been the best. Keep up the great work. Thank you for also allowing me to comment on your work and to enter for a chance for your Free CD on how to grow Japanese Red maples from seed and how to graft them.

    Reply
  264. paula johnson says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:10 am

    WOW I want one I keep doing something wrong so I need the help

    Reply
  265. Tami says

    January 30, 2013 at 8:02 am

    I would love to have a copy of your DVD – thanks 🙂

    Reply
  266. louis abouraphael says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:52 am

    who doesn’t want one,don’t believe him!
    thanks for these gems!!!!
    Dad was wright :a bucket of roots rather than a bucket of pennies(pennies in old times were more than dollars today)

    Reply
  267. nancy hebb says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:50 am

    I am looking for something to help in earn income in my retirement years, fastly rolling down the pike, I might add. I believe in hard work, honest people and gardening. Looking forward to the future!

    Reply
  268. Burt says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:42 am

    It would be a pleasure to know how to do this right.

    Reply
  269. chris jennings says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:24 am

    my parents have one of these small very gorgous maples would love the dvd so i could graft from theirs

    Reply
  270. Marzieh Babashpour says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:22 am

    I Love to win one. because I love Maples

    Reply
  271. Terry says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:19 am

    count me in 🙂

    Reply
  272. Tracy says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:08 am

    would love to learn how to do this

    Reply
  273. Allen says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:03 am

    Ah, the simple pleasures in life,
    Cracking crabs
    Drinking beer
    And grafting’ Japanese Maples

    Reply
  274. Anonymous says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:02 am

    the first time i saw a clay american eagle ,i was sure he doesn’t exist on nature; that’s artist’s imagination!!
    these trees amazed me as well!
    you’re an artist mr.Mike

    Reply
  275. Janie Helm says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:02 am

    Oh Yes I would love to be one of the three that wins one of the DVD. I have gotten so much information off of yur website on how to grow beautiful trees and bushes. Thanks for all you do!!!!
    Janie

    Reply
  276. Gloria says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:38 am

    I used to work in a nursery whose Japanese Maples were always mis-shaped and puny looking. But I came away from the job with a true love for growing plants. I would love to learn how to create and grow beautiful Japanese Maples like the ones shown in your wonderfully informative newsletter.

    Reply
  277. Peggy Motte says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:32 am

    Mike, I would like to wn a copy of your book. I am having some problems with my maple tree. My dogs crewed it to the ground. And when it came back up last year it was a bush. I really neeed help with it. The frecopy of your DVD would really help me!
    Thanks,
    Peggy

    Reply
  278. Kathleen K.C. says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:27 am

    Hi Mike
    Always interested in new tips. Living on Long Island and losing a beautiful Lion’s head maple, 1/2 of a Crimson Queen and others from Super Storm Sandy,:( grafting would be a big plus to try and fix up the yard on a budget!! Thanks and still standing on LONG ISLAND, NY!!

    Reply
  279. Holly Hough says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:22 am

    Hi mike I would love the honour of receiving a fine tree from you. Love your videos

    Reply
  280. Ronelle B. says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:18 am

    Pick me Mike! I have been following you for about 4-5 years now.

    Reply
  281. Steve says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:15 am

    Why not just help us all out and put it on you-tube. No need for physical media & distribution costs in this day & age.
    At least it might give some incentive to keep getting your dreary emails.
    I don’t want one thx.

    Reply
  282. Mike Buturla says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:04 am

    Hi Mike, I’ve been waiting for something like this for sometime. Please consider me.
    Thanks,
    Mike B.

    Reply
  283. Edgar H Talley says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:59 am

    Sure would like to try this in Florida.

    Reply
  284. Doyle says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:53 am

    I would be honored to one of the chosen.

    Reply
  285. Cheryl says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:52 am

    Please consider my hat in!
    Wow!!!Mike
    What a response here! Awesome!

    Reply
  286. Nelson Mandela says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:43 am

    Dear Mr Mike,
    I always find great advice in your information. Many people can be thankful for the help you unselfishly share.
    Thank you,
    Nelson.

    Reply
  287. greg says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:25 am

    i needs some

    Reply
  288. larry says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:19 am

    How bout it.

    Reply
  289. Paul says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:06 am

    Retiring soon, thinking about doing the rooted cuttings, Japanese Maples, etc to supplement my income. This DVD would be very helpful.

    Reply
  290. Sherry Soltis says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:05 am

    what a nice thing to do for your readers.

    Reply
  291. Dave says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:45 am

    Tossing in my hat. I would like to have one of the videos

    Reply
  292. Rosemary says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:44 am

    Hi there count me in, just about to start nursery business and I think these trees are beautiful!

    Reply
  293. Wayne says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:43 am

    I would love to win this.

    Reply
  294. Pat k says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:55 am

    Please add my name to this contest. Id love to have one of the 3 copies too.
    Thank-you

    Reply
  295. Siew says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:48 am

    I am just starting to grow maple seedlings this year so this DVD would be very timely.

    Reply
  296. Alvina Knispel says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:17 am

    Had to leave my beautiful Crimson Japanese Maple behind when I moved. I really miss it. Beautiful pictures!

    Reply
  297. Kenneth Drinkwater says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:07 am

    Looks like you have plenty of entries. So here is one more. Would really like a copy of your video. thanks,

    Reply
  298. brian says

    January 30, 2013 at 3:04 am

    If only 4 people sent a reply I would be the one that wouldn’t win, I never win nothing

    Reply
  299. Kim says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:59 am

    A chance to learn how sounds good to me.
    trying to keep my mind off the weather.

    Reply
  300. George Hutchinson says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:44 am

    Ive Ordered my rootstock and will be picking up apple rootstock in two weeks. Even if I don’t win the drawing I will have alot of fun just grafting my apple trees.

    Reply
  301. Katie Schoepfel says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:42 am

    Hi Mike
    I am facinated with all the information you have and you have helped me more than you will ever know I tried to win a copy of your gardening book and instructions on how to make money with plants I am trying to save up my pennies to get it
    I would love a copy of this cd I enjoy you and the information you give but I would really want to start my mike cd collection so I would also like to Thank You for the chance to get this one
    Katie

    Reply
  302. Gloria says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:36 am

    I would really love to learn how to do this.

    Reply
  303. Ben says

    January 30, 2013 at 2:25 am

    From an Old Fart that needs a good swift kick start,this new DVD of yours could just be the right kicker. Many Thanks for all the great advice and guides!

    Reply
  304. Lori Ward says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:55 am

    Cannot wait for a chance to win!!!

    Reply
  305. Glen Ogden says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:47 am

    Wow, there are a lot of people who have responded. It just proves how great of a teacher you are.

    Reply
  306. Walter Hamlin says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:43 am

    I have been growing volunteers from red maples in my yard (I have about a dozen, mostly 1 yr old plants). I would like to take some cuttings from the 40+ Japanese Maples that I have in my yard and do some grafting. I have read some on the subject and have a basic grasp of the operaation but would love to have nore information on grafting. Among my favorites is the Shishigashira (Lionshead), Inaba Shidare, Crimson Princess and the Crimson Queen. Actually I have so many that I would like to graft (Orangeola, Baldsmith, Katsura (my wife’s favorite), Red Dragon, Omurayama).
    If you would like some pictures, I would be glad to send them to you.

    Reply
  307. Sherry Kynion says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:43 am

    Thank you for a chance to win !

    Reply
  308. Michael Luzier says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:37 am

    Thanks for the chance to win one
    Can’t wait. I tried grafting a couple of times, they didn’t take.

    Reply
  309. Mark johnson says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:18 am

    All winter long when the days are short i’m constantly checking out new ways to grow things on your website, then going into my greenhouse and trying some new plant to propagate. I’d love to learn grafting on these dark evenings.

    Reply
  310. linda sowders says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:10 am

    sure would love to win this!!thanks!

    Reply
  311. Frances Frank says

    January 30, 2013 at 1:03 am

    Count me in for the DVD!!!!! Thanks

    Reply
  312. June Winnop-Steiger says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:59 am

    I would love to have this. I want to know how to really make something grow right. Thanks for all your hard work and sharing with us.

    Reply
  313. Ron Tucker says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:59 am

    Mike, You have a heart as big as life itself !!!! I’m a newbie here and could sense your willingness to help and encouragement others. You have surely been a blessing to me. You have some mighty fine folks in this family of yours. Keep on keeping on. Ron T.

    Reply
  314. mary says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:56 am

    Love your stuff!

    Reply
  315. Tim says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:56 am

    Can’t wait to see the finished product. I would love to win one.

    Thanks!

    Reply
  316. Bobbie Rodrigues says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:50 am

    I need that DVD

    Reply
  317. Mike Neumann says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:48 am

    Where can i buy this DVD Mike? I’ve never been very lucky so i figured I’d just buy one as soon as available. But I do have my fingers crossed on this one. LOL. I absolutely love my time in the garden and around the yard and every skill I can learn is put to use.

    Reply
  318. Yvonne says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:44 am

    The DVD about grafting Japanese Maples would be a good beginning to my plant business in 2013. Thank you for the opportunity to begin.

    Reply
  319. Sue Hickson says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:44 am

    I love Japanese Maples (have several myself) and would like to learn to graft trees. Hope you pick ME for the free DVD!

    Reply
  320. Tom says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:38 am

    For years I have tried to learn to graft with no success, I bet with you DVD I will finally be successful and find joy and the meaning to life. Thanks for the opportunity to win this long awaited DVD.

    Tom

    Reply
  321. lisa says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:32 am

    pick me pick me please?

    Reply
  322. Brian says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:31 am

    Id love to learn how to graft!! It’s a beautiful art.

    Reply
  323. Frank Melton says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:28 am

    Love your teaching, my hats in

    Reply
  324. jamie says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:22 am

    …while I butter you up let me tell you why I am the most deserving of this magnificient, free dvd……… B)

    Reply
  325. Shaun says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:17 am

    I would love to learn how to do this. We don’t see many here in South Africa.

    Reply
  326. Dale Jones says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:10 am

    tried earlier dont know if my hat made it in the ring or not, but hopefully it gets there this time. really need the dvd. thanks for the opportunity Mike.

    Reply
  327. Linda Roseland says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:09 am

    I usually don’t win anything, so would you make a 4th one and sell it to me? I really need these trees for my honeybees. They love red maples!! Do you have anything on grafting native pecan trees? I know you are in OHIO and I’m in Texas, but we have 100’s of young pecan saplings on our land. If we could get Stewart scions and graft them, we could have an orchard!!

    Reply
  328. Pat says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:05 am

    I would truly like to be one of those selected.I have 2 in my front yard now abount 10 feet tall.

    Thank you

    Reply
  329. Pat says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:03 am

    I would truly love to be one of those selected.
    Thank you

    Reply
  330. Tatijana Grk says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:02 am

    I would love to learn how to both successfully grow beautiful japanese maples from seed and to be able to graft them. There are countless varieties to choose from and I’ve written down several that I hope to be able to purchase in the next few years.

    Reply
  331. Mona says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:01 am

    These are gorgeous trees – would love to learn how to do this

    Reply
  332. Nona Donoho says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:59 pm

    How exciting I love Japanese Maples and can’t wait for the explosionof Colorado in my yard and driveway.

    Reply
  333. Bill says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:59 pm

    I have always wanted to learn this process for such interesting trees!

    Reply
  334. June Cadd says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:58 pm

    Would love to learn and see how to do this. My association where I live will only let you have certain trees and this is one of them. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work. 🙂

    Reply
  335. Tracie Rhodes says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    OK, I’m hooked!

    Reply
  336. Stephanie says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:53 pm

    Would Love to get the DVD! But whether or not I do you have brought me so much in the care of the plants I love. Thank You so very much!!!

    Reply
  337. EJ Irons says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:52 pm

    I could really use some more information on this subject.

    Reply
  338. Charles says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:46 pm

    Mike, you continually amaze me with your information and ideas. So basic, yet you make it simple and easy to follow. Keep up the good work.

    Reply
  339. Dennis Johnson says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    For those of us who may not win the free DVD, are you going to make it available? For how much?

    Reply
  340. Teresa Tartt says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:35 pm

    Please throw my hat in ring

    Reply
  341. R. Kevin Wierman says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:34 pm

    Just getting started with your program and could use all of the help I can get and the price of the DVD (FREE) will fit my budget perfectly. Thanks for the opportunity.

    Kevin

    Reply
  342. Nad says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    HI, her is my hat. I hope to learn how to find J. Maple seeds in my neighborhood!

    Reply
  343. Cheryl Musfeldt says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:28 pm

    Hello Mike
    My husband and I just bought our 1st house together and there are a few dead trees that we need to remove would these type of trees be good for an open back yard Love your site thanks for the great newsletters they are quite helpful!

    Reply
  344. RICHARDS says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:27 pm

    hope i win if not were do i buy

    Reply
  345. Marlene Adams says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:25 pm

    Thanks so much Mike for your resources and passing on your gardening knowledge, it’s no fun to reinvent the wheel!

    Reply
  346. donna says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    Mike, the maples are so beautiful. My sister has a red, lace leaf japanese maple and as much as I like watching the birds I set there and watch the leaves dance in the breeze. I have never even heard of the one you keep showing, so many different ones. I thought there was either red lacy or red broad leaf. Guess I spent too much time looking at the Elm trees. Thanks for all you teach us.

    Reply
  347. Stephen Smith says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    WONDERFUL TREES AND A WELCOME OPPORTUNITY. HOPING TO BE ONE OF THOSE LUCKY ENOUGH TO BE CHOSEN.
    THANKS

    Reply
  348. katy keiser says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:13 pm

    Boy Do you have friends!!!????
    Thanks for all you do.

    Reply
  349. Lettie Restly says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:11 pm

    I love that lions head maple. where can I get some of these different varieties
    Thanks

    Reply
  350. JaniceOberholtzer says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:09 pm

    I tried your method of reproducing Japanese Maples from seed and it didn’t work out so well. I think the DVD might offer something more for me to go on. Thanks for all the info that you share.

    Reply
  351. Lynn says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:07 pm

    Nice trees and nursery you have, Mike!

    Reply
  352. Karen says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:05 pm

    Please…and thank you for what you do.

    Reply
  353. Nels Boe says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:04 pm

    Learning new skills has always been high on my list.I look forward to this one,Mike

    Reply
  354. jim schwab says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:01 pm

    I’d like to win one of your DVD’s, but who wouldn’t?
    Thanks for the offer Mike!

    Reply
  355. Wayne Stowe says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    I’m retired and the only thing I have is Social Security and you know how that is! I
    would love to graft and grow Japanese Maples or anything to make an extra buck. I’ve been with you for quite a while. I love it!

    Reply
  356. Char Tierney says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:55 pm

    Beautiful trees! Is it the season to graft all trees now? I hope I win. I am going to help a friend with her property, and we are going to grow trees and plants, and I am so much looking forward to it! I already told her about this website and she has purchased your system, so this would be a wonderful addition. Thanks for all your great tips!

    Reply
  357. Marsha Knatcal says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:54 pm

    Would love to get this DVD about grafting! Your down to earth methods of teaching have helped me a great deal.

    Reply
  358. Virginia says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:51 pm

    I have truely enjoyed all of you tips in the past and think this will also help me in the future. Thanks and please continue sending them.

    Reply
  359. Sandy Shilling says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:43 pm

    You are awesome. Thanks for all of your good information.

    Reply
  360. fred gullatt says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:41 pm

    nice trees mike, you have skills.

    Reply
  361. Joe and Mary says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:38 pm

    We love Japanese Maples! We have tried growing them from seed, but with only minimal results. Help with this endeavor would be greatly appreciated!

    Reply
  362. Laura miller says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:34 pm

    I’d love to be included! I love your info and have learned a lot.
    Thanks.

    Reply
  363. Teresa Heck says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:32 pm

    My hat is the prettiest! See it in the ring there? Please pick my hat! Thank you!

    Reply
  364. Hannah Barletta says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:22 pm

    This mays just be the incentive I need to move forward. Thanks for the opportunity, Mike!

    Reply
  365. Robert tyler says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:21 pm

    Mike, You know I love Japanese Maples.so throw my hat in the ring for your fantastic DVD.

    Reply
  366. cathie buchanan says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    Oh yeah, I’m in! You taught me all about composting, planting… Well everything. I went from brown thumb to green thumb and now have confidence to grow anything, and that saves me on the grocery store! Now that the ground is starting to thaw, and have a clean canvas in a new location, what best to add to the beauty! No trees yet, but THIS one to grow & multiply would be heavenly as well as a side money maker! My fingers are crossed! Yes, yes, yes! Your gift of knowledge is wanted & needed! Thank you so much! Cathie

    Reply
  367. Patricia Klitgaard says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:18 pm

    LOVE Japanese maples. I’m definitely throwing my hat in the ring.

    Reply
  368. Karen says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:18 pm

    I have 2 large beautiful Jap maples on a property that I bought – one is red, the other multi color – would love to know what variety they are – have lots of seeds in spring – maybe you can show me what to do with them !

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  369. Valerie Szlatenyi says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:14 pm

    Even though I have a degree in landscape architecture I’m still learning some great tid bits from you…just threw my hat in the ring.

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  370. Rick Miller says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:14 pm

    I have several JRM and dog wood seeds in the refrig. It is my goal to learn grafting this year. It would be great to have a copy from you: If I don’t get selected I will still buy one.

    Thanks

    Rick Miller

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  371. Sandy says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:13 pm

    I love my Japanese Maple. My neighbors love it too. They put one in their yard! I would really like to learn to graft the Japanese Maple.

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  372. Raymond says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    i think that every body should learn this.It would make every yard very nice.Good luck every one

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  373. Rich says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    I have already started over 100 seedlings and wanted to try my hand at grafting. There are so many beautiful varieties .

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  374. Roseanna says

    January 29, 2013 at 10:05 pm

    Thanks Mike for the free off.. I am sure many and myself would love to have one…Thanks for all your free offers.. Not to many people like you around. I do appreciate what a difference one person can make in this world.. Thanks again.. Roseanna

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  375. Lauramarie DeSimone says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:56 pm

    My dream is to one day turn my propert into a little farm – love your emails

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  376. Carol Janusick says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:52 pm

    You have a beautiful yard Mike. I have taken many pointers from your designs. I envey all your Japanese Maples. I’d love to be in the mix.

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  377. Deanie Vosmeier says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:47 pm

    Japanese Maples are one of my favorite plants!!!

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  378. pamla mcnamara says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    I’ve always thought Red Maples to be beautiful. I especially like all the different types, textures and colors. Growing them and selling would be exciting!

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  379. Melissa says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:45 pm

    Me too, me too! I want to learn how to graft!!!

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  380. david says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    be different than most. pick me. can’t wait to watch it.

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  381. Julie Jason says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:39 pm

    Free! I want that!
    Seriously, I could use all the help I can get.
    I am a novice at grafting and growing trees.
    Thanks in advance for PICKing ME!!

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  382. Cindy Crawford says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:37 pm

    Thank you.

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  383. Mike Ansley says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:36 pm

    I would like to win!

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  384. Charlotte Jordan says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:32 pm

    I’ m in!!!! I love Japanese Maples, thanks in advance for the opportunity.Charlotte

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  385. Dean says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    Hi. I’d like a copy. Count me in.

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  386. Barry says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    I need the help! Thanks.

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  387. Dennis Hall says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    sure its going to be a great DVD . all your info. is really helpful. thanks, dennis

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  388. George Gobble says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:25 pm

    Love your videos.

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  389. wm.lee purrier says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:24 pm

    im a truck driver looking for the right place.
    soon.cant grow much in a truck.great info mike
    thanks it will all be used soon.love the japanese maples again thanks for all the great info.lee

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  390. Judy Henkel says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    I’d like to throw my hat in the ring for a chance at being a winner!

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  391. Virginia says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    I always look forward to your emails. Thanks for sharing your knowledge in a format that makes me feel like you are talking straight to me.

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  392. Betsy Riley says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:17 pm

    Helloooooo Mike, I am throwing my hat into the ring. Learning how to grow seedlings and grafting are on my list of nursery goals.
    Thanks for all you do and all the tutorials.
    Betsy

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  393. fj says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:13 pm

    Mike I am learning so much every day watching your videos. It is just amazing to know how much there is to know about plants and the whole process of starting it from a seed, cutting or division to its final stage of marketing it. I have so much of respect to gardeners and nurserymen. I hope I can pursue my education somewhere along this path.Hope your video will help me .

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  394. john kuzio says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:13 pm

    I once had a crimpson queen,it died last year.I had it for five years. the last two years you could see it was under stress.White spots on the leavs etc. Nursery told me water was standing around the roots another said it strangled itself. Any comments??

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  395. Margaret says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:12 pm

    Thank you for the opportunity to watch your DVD

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  396. Grant Pritchard says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:11 pm

    I wish I had two hats to through in

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  397. Edwana Thompson says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:07 pm

    I have always loved the Japanese Maple trees and had tried over and over to grow them from seed and even bought some only to watch them die….just can’t have any luck with them, maybe you can show me what I’m doing wrong.

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  398. Dennis says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:05 pm

    What a great offer. Been a fan a long time.

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  399. Melissa says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:05 pm

    I love Japanese Maples they are such beautiful trees. I would love to learn how to graft…it is something I have always wanted to do. Here’s hoping I get one of the DVD’s so I can learn!

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  400. Chuck Sterns says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:03 pm

    As always, great info. Thanks

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  401. Paul says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    Beautiful trees,…can’t wait for Spring to be here !!

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  402. dale foland says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    nice trees

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  403. Ken Sigl says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:51 pm

    Count me in! I have two Japanese maples and would love to be able to graft from them onto seedlings.

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  404. Jim says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:50 pm

    Wow!! It’s a long ways to the bottom of this list.
    I am very interested in grafting trees, especially fruit and nut trees. I can’t get enough of these emails. Jim

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  405. TOM L says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    With so many on the list, I’d really be amazed to be one of the Lucky 3…kinda like a lottery for Japanese Maple Enrichment!

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    • TOM L says

      January 29, 2013 at 8:55 pm

      With so many already on your list, I’d be amazed to be one of the Lucky 3…kinda like a lottery for Japanese Maple Enrichment.

      I tried to send this a short time ago, but wasn’t sure it got through.

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  406. Betty Banbury says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:45 pm

    I would love to have your DVD. I’ve enjoyed all the good information you shared. I had a Japanese Maple that was about 3 foot high & One day it was dead , but growth started from the ground up. But it never amounted to anything. Thanks for your info.

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  407. Jeff says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:44 pm

    Another hat for the ring =)

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  408. Marc Gomer says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:41 pm

    I’ve gotten lots of good advice from you so far and I don’t think this one will disapoint. Thanx Mike

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  409. Pam says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:40 pm

    Outside landscape issues – I go to your emails! I’ve kept them all since started receiving them!!

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  410. Dale Dickinson says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:40 pm

    Please consider me for the free DVD.

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  411. Jeff says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    Nice looking trees

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  412. Debbie says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    Yes I would love the DVD and loves the red maples as well.

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  413. John Kosteczko says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:34 pm

    Hi Mike,
    I love your videos. Down to earth! What a relief from so much of the more common hype.

    Thanks! John

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  414. sandra swift says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:34 pm

    I don’t have one but I like them and hope they will grow in Texas. Love, love, love to have the DVD. Almost ready to get started here in Texas. Drought got my garden this year…looking for ways to prevent this next year. put my name in please

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  415. Emily C. Mc Grath says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    My God, with all these people interested I have no chance but here goes I had two maple trees but when we had a real drought they died slowly, now I would like to try again. Your site is great and has helped me so much. keep up the good work. Love to read your e-mails.

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  416. kirby says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    Yes, throw my name in your hat i tried to do my own but faild

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  417. Jeff Feldman says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:28 pm

    I just gotta tell you Mike, you are the greatest. Love your emails.

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  418. Diana Yeager says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:28 pm

    Would love to win this! Thanks Mike for all you do to keep us educated and informed.

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  419. Beth Hickman says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:24 pm

    Mike, I have wanted for years to learn how to graft plants. Perhaps with your DVD I can make that dream come true.

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  420. Linda Cote says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:23 pm

    Thank you Mike, for all the knowledge you share!!

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  421. Mary Combs says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:20 pm

    Yes, throw my name in your hat Mike! Thanks

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  422. Roberta says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:18 pm

    I’d love to grow Japanese maples, but will they survive in zone 4?

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  423. Edward says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    I have a Japanese Maple in my yard, and it has been pretty much ignored. It would be interesting to discover it to be the source of a pot of gold from which a rainbow springs.

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    • Edward says

      January 29, 2013 at 8:24 pm

      I never win anything. I may have a heart attack if I were to win something.

      Reply
  424. Bill says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:16 pm

    I’m in!!

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  425. Helene says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:16 pm

    Those trees are gorgeous. Have never seen any in Winnipeg. Hope to win one of your DVDs.

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  426. Sharon says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:16 pm

    Please..

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  427. Audrey Eller says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    Would love to have the DVD and try my hand at grafting!

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  428. Susan says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:10 pm

    Thank u Mike for including me in the Sweet DvD, I love your humor in all the messages we receive. Thank’s Again! and your dog in the videos! 🙂 Pick Me! HeHe Ha ha!

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  429. Joe Darbyshire says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:10 pm

    Me! Me! Pick ME!!! (Donkey- from Shrek)

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  430. Glenn from VA says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    I have 3 trees would like to learn to graft them. One of mine broke a big branch out,I hope it doesn,t die.

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  431. Travis Smith says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:06 pm

    These are beautiful trees..If I can figure a way to move onto my 10 acre property in NE Texas I know I could grow these and a lot of other plants to sell.

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  432. LaVerne Bailey says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    I always look forward to geting your news letter. I have learned a lot from you.
    I made the dirt farmers fudge and it turned out great, it was delishious. Everyone loved it.
    Please enter my name for the DVD.
    Looking forward to hearing from you.

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  433. michael a malloy says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    hi mike, i could win the power ball with less odds than here but i’ll try anyhow.i need the dvd because i am functionally illerate.thanks mike

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  434. rick says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    pick me!

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  435. jimmijack says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:02 pm

    Hi,mike. I’m in eastcentral Alabama.I’ve been receiving your emails and postings for several years. thank you for all you do. I’m interested in the dvd .Jim

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  436. Gayla Mitchell says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:01 pm

    Here is my hat in the ring….. Thanks……

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  437. Laura Plyler says

    January 29, 2013 at 8:00 pm

    Ready to get started!

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  438. Marie says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:58 pm

    My favorite trees.

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  439. Ed Langley says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Mister Mike ~~
    Would love to have a DVD so I can learn from you.
    Thanks
    [email protected]

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  440. Marty says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    You make it sound too easy – would love to see full details on a free copy of the 3 DVD’s you offered

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  441. Colleen says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:52 pm

    Hello Mike,

    This is Colleen, way out here in Hawaii. I truly enjoy all of your articles and would love to win this Great DVD?

    Thank you for all you give of yourself!

    Colleen

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  442. Donna from MA says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:52 pm

    I just can’t be without another one of your DVD’s Mike. Looking forward to keep building up my Mike McGroarty library.

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  443. ElShegal DiaBendia says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    I AM GOING TO TYPE THIS IN BOLD LETTERS TO LET YOU KNOW JUST HOW MUCH I WOULD LIKE ONE OF THESE!!!!!! I SEE YOU HAVE MANY FRIENDS AND FOLLOWERS SO ITS HARD TO STAND OUT AMONG ALL OF THEM….BUT I AM TRYING!!!!!
    SO HERE I AM……THROWING MY HAT IN!!!!!!
    THANKS MIKE AND THE GANG!
    EL

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  444. Lucy says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    Please put me in the drawing. I have a few small Japanese maple trees that I would love to propagate by grafting. All I need is your video.

    Thank you for all the great hints for successful gardening.

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  445. Diane says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:39 pm

    Mike I live in Texas near the coast, would the time of year be different here.
    ? .? What website do you want entered in the website spot. .?

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  446. michel baum says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:37 pm

    I would love to own a copy of that DVD

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  447. heath says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:37 pm

    Amazing work!

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  448. michel baum says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:36 pm

    i would love to own that dvd

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  449. steve b says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:35 pm

    The dvd would really help the learning curve.
    Bring on the learning!

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  450. Mike says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:33 pm

    just starting my japanese maple collection this would be a big help

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  451. Kristen Connelly says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:31 pm

    It would be so awesome to win this DVD! Love your newsletter.

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  452. Giles Vaden says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:31 pm

    Mike! I’d love to have the CD. I’m about to retire and would like to invest in a green future. Hook me up!

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  453. cheryl says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:31 pm

    Thanks Mike for all you do. You truly inspire me. I live in North Texas, the summers are incredibly cruel from the intense heat. But I’m still encouraged by your emails. Thanks again for all that you do.

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  454. Don Fitts says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:29 pm

    Thank you for everything that you do Mike.

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  455. Gloria Gilliam says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    Would love to have one of your DVD’s. Hope I’m one of the lucky ones. If not, would still love to learn this process.

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  456. S.C Hoke says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:24 pm

    I would love these DVDs I enjoy your stuff, I gave Hong Park some business after seeing your video, my 13 yo son is hooked and wants to learn more to be self sufficient with food and animals

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  457. Bonnie Wagner says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:20 pm

    I’m in Texas. I have a cowboy hat to garden in.
    Please pick me for free DVD. U R A Nice Guy, Mike ! Thanks

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  458. Gerry says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:19 pm

    Love your newsletters and have learned alot from them. We have 3 small Japanese maples and want to plant more.

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  459. dave Stewart says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    Mike sure would like to have the knowledge that you share in your dvd’s. sure would like to win one!
    dave

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  460. Walt Williams says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    These are the most beautiful plants of all!

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  461. Harold says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:17 pm

    Mike,
    Love your zeal for plants. Your JM’s are beautiful.

    Reply
  462. T.W. says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:17 pm

    would love to have a chance to win the dvd. thank you for the opportunity.

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  463. Doreen Leigh says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:17 pm

    Loved your website for many years! Glad things are going so well for you. Would utilize the DVD if I won!

    Reply
  464. robert glenn says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:16 pm

    pick me—pick me if not what will they cost?

    Reply
  465. Erin says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:16 pm

    Have failed miserably at this but hope to have more luck this spring…perhaps the video will help!

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  466. Robert says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:15 pm

    I am thinking of moving to a place that I can plant Japanese Maples, would love your DVD.

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  467. Michael says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:13 pm

    Tring to get started in buisness.The dvd would be a great help.

    Reply
  468. Frank says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:13 pm

    I look forward to your postings and save everyone. Please enter my name into win.

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  469. david says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:13 pm

    just amazing trees!!!!!!

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  470. Jackie says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    Mike, thank you for the gardening tips over the 2 years that I’ve followed you site. I would love to know how to cultivate, plant and enjoy a Japanese Maple. Wow, your samples are amazing. Pick Me!

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  471. Kevin says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:04 pm

    I love my laceleaf Japanese Maple and would love to learn how to graft it!

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  472. Ken Smith says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    Count me in. I love the maples.

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  473. Bob Wilson says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    Count me in.

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  474. David says

    January 29, 2013 at 7:02 pm

    Mike,
    DVD is a great idea. I would love to provide varieties for our folks in Central FL. Locally, Japanese maples are scarce as hens teeth. Thanks in advance.

    Reply
  475. Bob says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:56 pm

    I have several Green Japanese maples in my landscape and only one lace leaf maple. Am wanting to learn how to do the graft process so I can have more of the lace leafs.

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  476. Marty says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:53 pm

    I love your information…. Would love to grow These beautiful trees! Going to plant one here in AZ just because I love them so much! Will take special care I know but really want to grow one, again! Had several in IL! Thanks again for all your help and effort!

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  477. Gwen says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:53 pm

    I love Japanese Maple trees and have been trying for years to grow them from seed, but to no avail!! Hopefully this will be the year:) Please add my name to your drawing, thank you for all your information!

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  478. David says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:51 pm

    Will they grow in Florida.

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  479. Karen Gadbury says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    This sounds wonderful, Im ready to start planting in Chattanooga, Karen

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  480. Chrissie says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    I am now disabled due to cancer and would love to learn how to grow and graft trees. It would be therapy for me to see so much beauty being grown.

    Reply
  481. Gary Mikkelsen says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:47 pm

    Mike,

    I would love to have one of the DVD’s. Always wanted to try grafting!!!

    Gary

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  482. Chris Price says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    Love the newsletteers and all of your valuable info. Condsider both feet in the hat. Though on a side note I have 2 Japanese maples, one growing in the ground and one in a planter with “bonsai type soil” and you wouldn’t believe the difference. The pot grown tree has doubled in size, wheras the ground grown one has grown only a foot or so. I was always told that container grown trees grow slower?

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  483. Gary says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:40 pm

    I’m a big fan. I hope I get one.

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  484. Mary says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:37 pm

    Hi Mike!

    I have been a fan for about 3 years now. I have a 50 + year old Japanese Maple tree that tops out at about 20 feet it is vigorous and absolutely gorgeous 3 and a half seasoms out of the year. But even in the dead of winter like now, I find the trunk and shape to be bonsai like a very pretty. I would love to know how to graft my own specamins…..I have planted the seeds of this tree in a backyard nursery and they have all taken off and are growing. But it turns out my heavy soil is slowing their growth…..read it in your e book….anyway…….I am a real fan of your love for this maple and for your approach to gardening……thank you for all the posts and free gardening tips. M. Barbara Taylor in Brunswick, Virginia.

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  485. Mary says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    Here is my hat ! Would love to have your DVD on grafting. I have not tried that yet.

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  486. james wuori says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    love to win one of your dvds

    Reply
  487. Kate Termin says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    Enjoy reading your site every day. Would love to win the DVD.

    Reply
  488. Jo Stone says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    I like to propagate trees

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  489. Linda Kiser says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:31 pm

    Beautiful trees. Hope to win.

    Reply
  490. carol ladner says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:30 pm

    make my day!!!!

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  491. Rose says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    I would love to learn to graft. Does the same principle apply to other trees or shrubs?

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  492. steve says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    i’ve always have loved japanese maples. beautiful variety of colors.

    Reply
  493. Emily Schaefer says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    I have seen Japanese maples here in Florida, only at Walmart Garden center! They look so sad and are over $21.00. Is North Central florida not a good place for them? I would love to have some knowledge &/or experience in grafting but wonder if I can. Also, where would you get red maple seed???

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  494. jeff says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:28 pm

    Love Japanese Maples

    Reply
  495. Gyno says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:28 pm

    Would love to have this DVD. It would help with alot of other advice that u have given me.

    Reply
  496. Mr. B says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    I would love to have that DVD

    Reply
  497. Carl Brock says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:19 pm

    Please enter me in the drawing to receive the grafting DVD. Thank you

    Reply
  498. Terri says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:19 pm

    Consider me in! Love it!!

    Reply
  499. Sandy says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:17 pm

    Thank you for all your awesome information, and heres my hat too.

    Reply
  500. Lori Shellenberger says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:15 pm

    Maybe, this will be my lucky day?!

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  501. Bob Comko says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    Hi Mike:
    Count me in!
    I have a Japanese Maple in my front yard. I would like to know how to grow them from seed.
    I tried planting the seeds from my tree this past fall in the inverted aquarium that I learned how to use to start seedlings from after reading your book. So far no joy.
    Bob

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  502. Fred says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:13 pm

    Mike, thanks for the post about Japanese Maples. I was wondering though, why do they have to be grafted? Why can you not just grow from seed into a full blown tree? Thanks.

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  503. Dorothy says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:12 pm

    Count me in. I would love to grow them. I hope they grow in zone 3. haha

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  504. Sue Cam says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:12 pm

    I would love to have this dvd Mike.

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  505. Pam says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    These trees are absolutely beautiful

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  506. Sally Cummings says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    Have enjoyed your videos for years. Delighted to get the chance for a free one on my favorite trees. I have three and would love to know how I can graft/propogate them.

    Reply
  507. Clifford Taylor says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    Japanese Maples are one of the prettiest trees around. They are easy to maintain.

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  508. Cindy Verzal says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:10 pm

    I am really interested in learning how to graft and grow japanese maples. I think they are the most buetiful trees.
    Cindy

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  509. Clifford Taylor says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:10 pm

    Japanese Maples are one of the prettiest trees around. They are easy ti maintain.

    Reply
  510. Laurie Jozefyk says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    I am throwing my hat in the ring. I really enjoy your video’s. 🙂

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  511. Cheryl Olson says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    Throwing in my hat.

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  512. Ann Fitzmorris says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    I can take a cutting from my daughter’s Japanese maple…as soon as I have some info on how to proceed with a reasonable chance of success. I have only been a subscriber for a week, but am so anxious try some of your tips.

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  513. Phylis says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    Those are very pretty trees. If it isa possible to grow in Texas (near Houston) I would appreciate the DVD so I can learn more about this. Thank you for the offer and for all of the very informative newsletters.

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  514. Garry says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:08 pm

    Although you can’t see it, my hat is actually made from an old black nursery pot (kinda formal stove pipe hat looking thing)!

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  515. Christine Cassidy says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:07 pm

    Wow! What a lot of people signing up!

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  516. E Thomas Flynn says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    I have experimented with grafting in the past with about 20% success. I would love to learn the tricks to inceasing my knoledge of successful grafting. Mike thank you for all the hints and leads over the past years keep up the good work.
    Tom

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  517. Charlotte Kent says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    please love Japanese Maples can’tseem to get them to grow

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  518. Cody Pesavento says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    No matter if I win this or not I will seek out every opportunity to obtain a copy of this dvd. LEGALLY, of course, weather I win it or I have to buy it from you I want,, no I NEED this dvd. I have many varieties of scions I can choose from willing neighbors and even they are interested in this. Not only would it benefit me but all involved in future plans being its the perfect time of the year to begin the process. If I don’t win I will defiantly find a way to buy one. Better to learn from the master.

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  519. Denise says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:04 pm

    Love to own the CD! Can’t wait!

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  520. Kathy Auten says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    Im in!!!!

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  521. Sharon says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    My dad used to graft his apple and pear trees. I remember his having a Bartlet pear tree with a Bosc graft on it. Put me in the ring for the video. Thanks for all your info. gave your potting bench instructions to my husband. Hope he takes the hint, hint.

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  522. Richard G says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:01 pm

    My mailbox is primed and ready for the DVD’s 🙂

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  523. Rassie (Pat) Parrish says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:01 pm

    Love your site keep the information coming please.

    Reply
  524. Nancy says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:00 pm

    Love your website. I am still learning about this business and only taking baby steps, so far, but looking forward to having fun with this. Aloha, Nancy

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  525. Shonda says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:59 pm

    Throwin’ my straw hat into the ring! You can keep it, I have a spare.

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  526. Renee D says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:57 pm

    Good deal!

    Reply
  527. Angela Tonar says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:56 pm

    Thank you for all you do!!

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  528. Lori Landers says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    Please add my name to the list of those interested in winning one of the free DVDs. Thanks for all you do Mike.

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  529. john says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    Looks like a fantastic DVD! Cant wait to
    see it. Thanks for all you do for this group!

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  530. Sasha says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    Sounds like it will be a great DVD just like all the rest!

    Reply
  531. Tom says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:54 pm

    I love Acers, especially Japanese and Snakebarks.

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  532. Margie says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    Throw my name in the hat for the DVD.

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  533. Chris says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    Can’t wait to see the video & would LOVE to win a copy of it! Thanks for all the great info you provide.

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  534. Sue Bowles says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:43 pm

    I’m wondering why a tree wont grow from the little seedlings that sprout up all around the ground? Why is there a need to graft onto one? So of course you can see why I need a video to explain but if I’m not chosen, can you please tell me why?

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  535. Nancy Leo-Kelly says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    I love your website. It’s so down to earth, and educational.
    —N

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  536. s desteoglu says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    yeah go ahead mike throw my name in the hat

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  537. Daniel Rioux says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:41 pm

    I own The Highlands and would love to know how to graft trees. Please pick me! Have a Great Day and thank you for all you do.

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  538. Donna lee says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    Blessings Mike- I’d love to give that to my brother in law who has a landscape business!! It would be inspired to incorporate these to his clients,the video would make it CLEAR as well as INSPIRED!!

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  539. Nancy Leo-Kelly says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    I love your website. It’s so down to earth, and educational.
    —N

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  540. Debra says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    I’ve always wanted to learn how to graft!

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  541. Harry says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    So Mike, grafting isn’t just a term that applies to politicians anymore!!! I’ve got a friend with beautiful red japanese maples that has offered cuttings to me to get started, So throw my hat in also. Thanks for all the years of your help. Best regards, Harry

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  542. Jamie says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    Our Crimson Queen needs to have babies!!!! = )

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  543. Annette says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:34 pm

    Count me in.I’ve never done any grafting but I would love to learn.

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  544. Deborah Gullett says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:32 pm

    I would love to learn about grafting these trees! I’m hoping to get my cousin into some backyard gardening…

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  545. Norman Layne says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    Here is my hat Mike , take care of it.

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  546. Tony Irving says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    Nice looking trees.Count me in!!

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  547. Al Huth says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    Great article, as usual and I would love to expand my knowledge of plant growing by learning how to graft.

    Reply
  548. Greg Moorman says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Living here in Wisconsin, I have used your tips and reread your advice. Having a video that not only shows you but also allows you to follow along with you Mike would be awesome.

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  549. Alana Starkweather says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Your fabulous Mike! Love your videos and all the work you do to help us be better gardeners. Just planted 4 Japanese Maples this fall and would love to have all you tips with your DVD! Thank You for you do.

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  550. Ray C. says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Mike;

    Thanks for the opportunity.

    Ray

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  551. Jennifer says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Would love the grafting DVD Mike!

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  552. Donna Smith says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Hi Mike, I appreciate your emails so much. I’ve learned a great deal and thank you for that. Please enter me in your drawing.

    Thanks so very much, Donna 🙂

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  553. Jim says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    would love to win the DVD

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  554. ed says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:23 pm

    i love gardening

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  555. sharon says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:23 pm

    Thanks,could really use it.

    Reply
  556. Sandra says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:22 pm

    Here’s my hat !!! Count me in !

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  557. Patrick A says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    I have always wanted to get into grafting yet, it seems to be the best time. This year in Southern California we had such a long deep freezing weather that I lost 95% of all of my flowers. Thank Mike for all you do every day with your pearls of wisdome. Make no mistake I really do apprecite it as well a o thers do too!!!! Respectfully Pat

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  558. Karen Z says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    All of your videos are great, Mike. Would like to have it in my collection.

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  559. Dorothy says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    Thanks for al the tips, I refer to them all the time when I have questions. I live here in Ohio also so thanks for all our help.
    I lost a few trees with the igh winds we had and would LOVE a DVD to help replace the ones I lost

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  560. Sheryl Hartnett says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    Would love to win a copy!

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  561. sam says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    sounds good

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  562. Steven Brown says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:16 pm

    Would be great to have a copy to compare your methods with the books I have on the subject

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  563. Greg says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:16 pm

    Thanks Mike, I would love to get one of those DVD’s

    Reply
  564. Drew Beckett says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    I need to learn more about grafting… and would love a DVD!

    Reply
  565. Teresa says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    beautiful tree. DVD sounds like it can be used on grapes too? It would be very interesting to watch I bet!

    Reply
  566. john mcminn says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    just love JMS so your video would be a great help

    Reply
  567. Diane Radtka says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:12 pm

    Thanks for the newsletter I really enjoy them!

    Reply
  568. Paula W says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    Pick me Pick me Pick me. Please!
    I love what your are sharing with so many of us lovers of nature.

    Reply
  569. Marilyn says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    I would love to learn about grafting!

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  570. libby h perry says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    I would love to have a couple of these trees and know how to graft. Thanks for entering me to win one of the DVD. Libby

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  571. l. cool says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:08 pm

    hiya ~ happy day mike! i would be very much interested in a free copy of one of your new DVD’s! love all maples!

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  572. Tom says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    Hmm chance of getting struck by lightening…winning the Lottery…I see Japanese Maples in someones future..can’t wait

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  573. tim says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    if i do not win, please to be letting me know how i can purchase a copy.

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  574. Rachel says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    Thank you Mike! I would certainly love to learn more from you and grafting would be a big plus!

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  575. charlie says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    Mike,

    I read everything that you send. You offer lots of info and how to’s. Thankyou.

    Reply
  576. Tammy says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    I am interested in grafting, It might be a good way for those of us who have limited space to add value.

    Reply
  577. Rich says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:01 pm

    I’d love to get a free DVD. I’m moving permanently to my new home in Asheville NC in a few weeks and it would be great to have this DVD for future projects.

    Reply
  578. Janelle Young says

    January 29, 2013 at 5:00 pm

    PICK ME PICK ME PICK ME!!!!!

    Reply
  579. Elizabeth says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:59 pm

    Elizabeth
    Enjoy reading and learning from your em’s your DVD would be the icing on the cake!

    Reply
  580. Byron says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    Trying to get started…

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  581. Greg says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    A great thing to learn, they are such beautiful trees

    Reply
  582. Brenda says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    love Japanese Maples…would love to learn more about them.

    Reply
  583. Kevin Gallivan says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:57 pm

    Count me in.

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  584. Jeane Marie says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:57 pm

    It would be great to add this information to all the other information that you have shared.

    Thank you

    Jeane

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  585. arnoldo solis says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:56 pm

    Count me in ,never sen a maple before

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  586. Connie Otten says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:55 pm

    I worked at a nursery last summer and fell in love with this tree along with a tri-color beach. : )

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  587. Doug Burklow says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    God BlessYou, Mike!

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  588. Jenny sanders says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:53 pm

    Would love to have DVDs. Thanks

    Reply
  589. Gladys says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    Please choose me. I have seeds but don’t know what go do with them.

    Reply
  590. Delmar Swaim says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    planted a japanese cut leaf 13 yrs ago. its beautiful. is it possible for me to graft and have two? HELP ME thanks alot mike

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  591. barry pote says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:50 pm

    I have a couple spare hats and would like to throw one in there. Thanks.

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  592. Bert says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:49 pm

    I am not sure they can take the cold here in Idaho….

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  593. JoAn says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:49 pm

    Hi Mike,
    Been following you and your great advice for a long time now.
    Please throw my hat in the ring!!!
    Thanks
    JoAn

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  594. Buzz says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:49 pm

    Love, love maples (that’s why I follow Mike)!

    Love Mike for his kindness, and giving nature for taking the time to make and post videos to educate all levels gardeners. THANK YOU MIKE!

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  595. Brigitte says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    throwing my hat in the ring too. Thank you for the opportunity. Love your email and all of your tips. Can’t wait til this spring to really get going on my yard after a couple of years being laid up due to a broken leg.

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  596. Dave says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    Beautiful addition or center piece for the front yard!!!! You do nice work Mike…

    Reply
  597. Sue says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    Thanks for all your help…

    Reply
  598. Magda says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    Why not me?
    Would love to earn some extra!

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  599. Elizabeth says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    Hello everyone at MBN!
    I would love to have the DVD…learning how to graft some new Maples to add to the sugar maples grown up here.
    Have a Great Day!

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  600. Ethan lindow says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    Beautiful Japanese maples. Here’s my ring to throw the in the hat!

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  601. Glen Buehler says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    Sounds Great!

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  602. Andrew says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    Thanks Mike for all your great tips. I have just had my first success with grafting a japanese maple, Skeeters Dwarf. Japanese Maples are my passion. Your DVD would be a great asset. Kind regards

    Andrew

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  603. Billy Ring says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    Hello Mike, I have always loved Japanese Maples but was always afraid of trying to grow one because I was told they are hard to keep alive.
    SO if I could ether win or by this dvd I would sure give it a shot. Thank you Mike for everything!

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  604. Haiyan says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    I have two Japanese Maples in front of my house. Unfortunately they are not as beautiful as these guys. Hope I win the vedeo CD and help with my trees.
    Wish me good luck.

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  605. John Buffington says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:42 pm

    I’d like one please !

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  606. Megan says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    Some of the most beautiful trees I have ever seen.

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  607. mary says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    would love to know how to do this…
    love these trees

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  608. Bill says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:40 pm

    I would love to know more. Winter moths are a problem here.

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  609. Bob Martin says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    Please enter me.

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  610. Dave says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    Throwing in my hat. I have a couple of Japanese maples @ my house. Beautiful trees. Can’t wait to give it a try!

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  611. Ruth Buffington says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    Would love to try my hand at this ! 🙂

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  612. Virginia Nerton says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:36 pm

    Thank you Mike for doing this for us here..thank you so much for your help….I am sure there are a lot of us that been waiting for a video for growning, grafting maple tree..Mike will this for other trees to..like fruit trees to.

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  613. Lee says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:35 pm

    I am sure it will be detailed enough for us to learn how to graft hardwoods on our own.

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  614. James Weitz says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:35 pm

    Trying to get my wife on this with me. Maybe this would do it. nice of you to give

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  615. Burch Carr says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:34 pm

    I live in South Carolina. Very hot and hard clay. Not sure how many of your tips will work here. Thanks for all the great information.

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  616. Tom Bakie says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    I have done much fruit tree grafting and would like to work with the japanese trees. I imagine there are at least a couple of unique points to consider.

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  617. Beverly Laimo says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    Yea buddy! Thanks for this opportunity to get the DVD.

    Reply
  618. Jeannie Peebles says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    My son in law has a japanese maple at his house. It would be wonderful to get my granddaughters interested in growing these beautiful trees. Thanks Mike for all your tips.

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  619. TinkerV2 says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Hi Mike,

    Long time subscriber here. Enjoy all of your tips, of which have helped us numerous times. Thanks for sharing your expertise with us all. Would love to have the DVD… if chosen.

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  620. Glen Buehler says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:29 pm

    Sounds very interesting!

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    • Glen Buehler says

      January 29, 2013 at 4:34 pm

      Sounds very interesting?

      Reply
  621. Lee says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:29 pm

    I love japanese maples and I have wanted to learn how to graft hardwood trees for decades.

    Reply
  622. Philip Morris says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    great offer

    Reply
  623. Bill Maitland says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    Hi Mike, I have been trying to get my son interested in gardening. I have five different japanese maples on my property and this would be a great project for us to do together. Count us in! Thanks Mike. Have a great day.

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  624. Lesley B says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    I would love to see this DVD as I adore Japanese maples and have a hankering to learn to graft things then I could share my new skill with my family who I am helping learn to garden.
    I first found your news;etters and info to over the years.I first found you mentioned in a Melbourne newspaper and came and joined in when I got back to NZ

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  625. TOM COLVIN says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    COUNT ME IN

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  626. bela says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    still enjoying the variety of subjects you cover in your homespun way. as always thanks for sharing your knowledge with us all.Bela

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  627. Debbie says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:22 pm

    Wow…love to know how to do this!

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  628. Janet Kullman says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    beautiful trees, great info
    Thanks

    Reply
  629. Gale says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:18 pm

    Hi Mike, Thanks so much for all you do. I love your website.

    Reply
  630. Gary says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    Thanks mike for all you do for us.

    Reply
  631. Beuna says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    Would love to receive this!

    Reply
  632. Greg Ring says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:11 pm

    I would love to have that DVD. Thanks

    Reply
  633. Ellell Ess says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    Wow! That’s a lot people entering to win. How much just to go ahead and buy it?

    Reply
  634. Mike Powers says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:07 pm

    Hi Mike. I had a Japanese Maple planted on the lawn of my first house in 1972. (NY) I understand that it is still there and looks great. I miss having one here in Lady Lake, Fl. The picture of yours reminds me of mine in NY. Great looking tree. Thanks, Mike P

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  635. Chuck Booker says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    good idea Mike, i’ve learned a lot from you.

    Reply
  636. peggy says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    Great trees would love to no how to grow them,thanks for all your advice thus far.

    Reply
  637. Carl says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    Mike I really enjoy all the tips and tricks. I have even made a little extra cash because of you. Thank you.

    Reply
  638. monty says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    I love grafting especially the japanese maples.

    Reply
  639. Erick says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    Hi Mike,
    I’ve been following you a long time. Now it is time for me to start making some money!
    I tried to spout some Japanese maple seeds last year, but the quail ate every seed in my pan! I did find some volunteers under the tree. I would love to view your DVD to learn how to graft these trees and make money with maples. Thanks for all you do!

    Reply
  640. Al says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    I’m very interested in receiving a DVD on red maples. I grew 21 Eastern Redbud Trees from seed two years ago & they are about 3-5ft now.

    Reply
  641. Laura says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    Wow! Hey, thanks for the chance at winning one of your great lessons!

    Reply
  642. Jan Sorrento says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    I just bought some seeds from the forum and this is my first year really trying to understand this whole process. I NEED this video !

    Reply
  643. Valerie says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    Mike,

    I love Japanese Maples. Our house just burned down so we are starting over new out in the country with nothing and I would love a pretty Japanese Maple.

    Thanks for all your advice.

    Hugs,

    Valerie

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  644. haroldmonroe says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:55 pm

    Throw my hat in the ring for grafting DVD
    Thanks Hal

    Reply
  645. Chris McLean says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    The Milton garden has a big Japanese maple that I have been careing for and has come back from being sick If I got the DVD I would show it at one of our meeting And place it in the library at the garden club for reference

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  646. rick G. Syr. says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:52 pm

    1/29/13. I appreciate the chance to win your new DVD. Typically grafting is done in January and February. Today it is 9 degrees out here in New Englang, New Bedford, Ma.! As much that i enjoy the beauty of these Japanese maples, or even Japanese red maples!!! Thank God, i’m not one of them (Brrr!)!!!!! Sincerely. Rick G. Syr.

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  647. Bob P says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    Looking forward to seeing the DVD!!

    Reply
  648. Brian says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    Mike, I would love the DVD to learn how to do this. Thanks for the great offer and all the knowledge you share.

    Reply
  649. Ardis Hamilton says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    We have a red and a green Jap maple in our yard & we love them!!

    Reply
  650. pete says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    be great to learn a bit about how many varieties of J M there are and where best in the US the different types grow

    Reply
  651. Justin says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    I never win things, I hope my luck changes. I sure could use some gardening help.

    Reply
  652. Portia says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    We love all that you do. Thanks for the helpful informational tips. We would like to know more about grafting Japanese Maples. Thank you.

    Reply
  653. Tom says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:37 pm

    Hats in. Love those maples.

    Reply
  654. Chris says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    Can’t wait to see this DVD whether it’s free or not!

    Reply
  655. Kat says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    Oh please pick me. I have been trying to learn to graft and even taken a class on grafting Japanese Maples. Of course none of the grafts lived! Thanks for offering 3 to your readers and thanks for all the information you have given us over the years.

    Reply
  656. mark wade says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:33 pm

    Pick me …pick me. Thanks Mike. Have a nice day.

    Reply
  657. Sherri Davis says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:33 pm

    Thank you .

    Reply
  658. Steve W says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:31 pm

    Count me in!!!!

    Reply
  659. warren says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:29 pm

    Hi Mike, grafting Japanese Maples is one of the things I would love to know more about. Your website and all your material is fantasic!!

    Reply
  660. Robert Brinton says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    Retired 1/25/2013 and I’m ready to jump into Backyard Gardening. This video will be a great jump start.

    Reply
  661. Gary says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    This is something I’ve been wanting to try. Can’t wait to see the video

    Reply
  662. Rob Stallard says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:24 pm

    Could I be so lucky?!! Thanks for all you do.

    Reply
  663. PJ says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    They are beautiful trees. I especially interested in attempting the braided one but can’t find seedlings rather than grafted or the seed.

    Reply
  664. Verna Pratt-Wood says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    Love your site,
    thank you Mike

    so cold here in Canada

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  665. Terri D. Clark says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    I love the looks of these trees and have wanted to know how to grow one since I saw my first one back in… well never mind when 🙂

    Thanks for all your helpful tips, Mike.

    Terri D. Clark

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  666. Lin Caddell says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:21 pm

    Beautiful trees make a magnificent world. God knew that, that’s why he put us in a garden!

    Reply
  667. robert smith says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    someday

    Reply
  668. Linda Abercrombie says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    Dreaming of a free DVD to learn more about Japanese Maples. They are so beautiful. I have 1 that I have been nurturing.

    Reply
  669. ishmael mckinney says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I have a keen interest in grafting and would love to have your dvd even if i must buy one. Living in the bahamas how would i get those trees?

    Reply
  670. Bessie Cain says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:13 pm

    They are some beautiful trees and I love all of them.

    Reply
  671. alan says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:13 pm

    I’ll throw my Red Sox hat in,however, I need it back even if I don’t win.

    Reply
  672. Sara says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    Wow! What a following!

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  673. Sandy says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    Would love to try this!

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  674. Tyler McKnight says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    Put my name in the hat. I have been wanting to graft these.

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  675. Julie Richards says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    Hi Mike,
    I and throwing my hat in the ring, too, for the free DVD. I would love the chance to learn more about Japanese Maples.
    Thank you,
    Julie

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  676. Martin Taylor says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:07 pm

    I would love learn how to grow these beautiful trees using your expertese from seeds up.

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  677. Dan says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    I know I’m the new guy on the block,but who knows. I sure would appreciate the DVD.

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  678. Tal Hardy says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    Thanks Mike for all the advice you have given over the years. Yes, I am interested in grafting. Have tried it in the past with limited success.

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  679. Randy Smith says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    Big fan of your emails and advice! Would LOVE to receive a copy of this instructional DVD. Consider my hat in the ring….

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  680. Stephanie says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    I love all you are doing to help us!!

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  681. Ray A says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    What’s the odds? A couple of hundred to 3? I’ll give it a shot. I like the way you sign off, “Stay Inspired”.

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  682. Jim King says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    We have a Japanese Maple growing in our front yard, but it sure doesn’t look like the one you have grown. It definitely needs some help.

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  683. Sandy Garver says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    Fell in love with Japanese maples when I was working at a local plant nursery. The dvd would be good info to have. THANKS

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  684. Justin says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    In desperate need of advise. Would love to get a copy!

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  685. Mel Penland says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:47 pm

    Yes I would be interested. Thanks

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  686. Rick Rund says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    Thanks for all the information!…..

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  687. Kim Marrero says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    Throwing in my hat!!! Thanks

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  688. Mike Empel says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:44 pm

    I enjoy your news letter. It helps me out a lot in planning my back yard landscape.

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  689. Mike says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:37 pm

    I’m in for the DVD

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  690. cliff says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    my hat is in the ring.

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  691. Dean Halford says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    Would grafting also work on a Japanese bloodgood maple? I have two in my front yard and would love to have more but they are expensive! Thanks for sharing the info.

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  692. Mary says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    Seeing how things are done is better than trying to picture what they mean when you are reading about it.

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  693. Robert Brannan says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    Would like to have DVD.

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  694. Marla says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:31 pm

    So many people really want your DVD. I’m in an area where growing Japanese maples are difficult (very hot or very cold) low sierras CA side. But I haven’t given up hope. I hope to learn to ways to make it happen. Thanks for considering me. Marla

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  695. Tony George says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:28 pm

    Mike — Thank you for all the interesting and informative e-mails you send us. They are very educational for us rookies who love what you do.
    Japenese Maples are beautifull and I would love to learn how to graft them.

    Thank You
    Tony

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  696. Barbara Rudolph says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    Thank you for the opportunity. I hope we all have a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!

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  697. Peggy says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    Would have to cage them from the deer. Any tricks for growing in Montana?

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  698. Linda LZ says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    I love Japanese maples and have several and would love to learn how to graft more to have and share with others!!

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  699. Byron M says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    Hi Mike
    Just had another freezzzzz in Arizona and just uncovered my roses. I would like the DVD to learn more about grafting.

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  700. Louise says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    Thanks a bunch, Mike. I’m taking a leap of faith hoping that Japanese maples will help us make ends meet, and a lot more. 🙂

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  701. steve says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    Would love to win one of these Mike. Thanks for all the expert tips and hints.

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  702. Donna Schmid says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    *waves hands* Oooh! ME!!!! Pick me!!!! *grins*

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  703. suzanne butler says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Please enter me in your free dvd drawing.
    My climate is much too hot for Japanese Maples but the principles of grafting will be the same. Thank you for your offer. I enjoy your videos and training.

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  704. Richard Beauchamp says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Please enter me in the drawing for one of the 3 DVD’s

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  705. Tom C says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    Love your videos and love to learn more,
    Japanese Maples are beautiful.

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  706. Phil Abrams says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    Thank you so much for this opportunity to receive your DVD!

    What beautiful trees! Instruction on how to graft Japanese maples would indeed be a wonderful gift!

    All the best!

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  707. terry lumpkins says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    love to recieve the video. and thank you mike for all your wonderful work and information you give each and all on your site..

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  708. Sharon Ronsse says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    I grow a lot of Japanese Maples from seed, but never learned to graft. I would love to learn and try it in my nursery. thank YOU!

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  709. Lucille L. Pimentel says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    This 82 year-old novice would really like this DVD!

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  710. robert says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    Mike, As a recent retiree, I have spent the last couple of years slowly growing my “craft” at gardening and landscaping. I am very happy to have found your site. I’m currently in a condo but hope to be out of here and into a place with some space to try your backyard business. Thanks for all the great info.

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  711. Richard says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    Sounds like a lot of fun. I would love to learn how!

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  712. Bob P says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    Hi Mike,
    My financial advisor suggested I find a hobby before I retire in a few years, and after receiving many a newsletter from you over the years, thought this may be the start of a nice hobby, especially here in Wisconsin, where the winters can be cold and long! Grafting would shorten January and February greatly!
    So, throw my hat in the ring!
    Thanks!!

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  713. Brian says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    yes, please count me in for the drawing.

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  714. steve rothrock says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    As I scroll down the long list of replys I see my chances decreasing. Anyway, I’ll throw my stetson in for a chance to get great advice.

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  715. sig santos says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    I have several japanese maples. i love them all/ iwant to propagate them and maybe sell. it would be great to have your dvd. thanks

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  716. Lynda says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    If I don’t win one, can I buy one? Would love to know how to do it.

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  717. Karen says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:15 pm

    Maples are the most wonderful trees in the world

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  718. Kathy M says

    January 29, 2013 at 2:15 pm

    Love your weekly emails and ideas!

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  719. KIM says