Q&A from Japan, Canada, and the UK are featured in the new episode launched today at Kisetsu-en Bonsai Online.

Dealing with various questions about brown needles at coniferous bonsai, roots, and soil problems at Japanese maples, + timing wiring for deciduous bonsai. The watering and fertilizing strategy change when temperatures drop and days get shorter, and it is important to control this to achieve good results.

Powdery mildew

We also take care of a common fungus related to the high humidity of autumn, powdery mildew, and how it can be treated.

Spraying for powdery mildew.

How powdery mildew looks with a white surface covering leaves.

The now almost cured leaves after four days and one treatment.

This episode is dedicated to bonsai caretaking and the horticultural aspects of the art. Go to the video overview.