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The Importance of Winter Dormancy for Trees
The bonsai are slowly going into dormancy. Low temperatures the next days here will help them on their way. As the vibrant colors of autumn fade and the chill of winter sets in, trees undergo a remarkable transformation. This period of dormancy is crucial for…
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Japanese maples autumn care and planning
New video is live and ready to stream As we transition into the colder months, our beloved deciduous bonsai trees are entering their dormancy period. This is a crucial time for bonsai care, offering a perfect opportunity to reflect on the past growing season and…
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The Beauty of Autumn Berries on Shohin Bonsai
As the crisp autumn air settles in and the leaves begin to change, there’s a special charm that graces our bonsai collections. Among the most captivating sights are the vibrant autumn berries that adorn small shohin bonsai. These tiny fruits not only add a splash…
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Bonsai pots and the aesthetical impact
Bonsai pots have a rich history and greatly impact the bonsai practice. Both aesthetical and practical the bonsai pot makes the difference on every tree. The balance between horticultural and practicality must go hand in hand with the aesthetics. In this episode, we change pots…
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Bonsai autumn
The autumn shows colours when days get shorter and colder. For now its still a bit warm but slowly this changes. Before we can work on the deciduous when leaves drop, we can do our weekly bonsai work on another species. Getting Scots pines, Pinus…
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Nick Hopes bonsai interview on video
Nick Hopes is known for his bonsai pottery, and in this episode, we visit the bonsai garden and the pottery workshop in Frigiliana, Spain. We talk about inspiration, aesthetics and the bonsai life in Spain. Ready to watch for members here: NICK HOPES INTERVIEW
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Autumn Bonsai Live Q&A Sunday
Home again after a perfect stay in Spain. Switching temperatures to about 15 degrees C makes the autumn very present. Slowly autumn colours will show and it will be time for new bonsai work to be done. But what’s the best time for this when…
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Bending trunks. Is it possible?
Bending trunks or thick branches demands some special techniques; in this lecture, I show you how to manage that. This technique isn’t for any tree; therefore, it is shown on a species that tolerates this kind of work. Junipers are flexible to a certain point…
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Juniper in the fift year
5 years after the first styling I return to this Itoigawa Juniper to bring it closer to the “final” image. progression and development is an ongoing process leading to smaller and bigger changes as the tree develops. Deadwood expanded, brushed and cleaned is the first…
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Holidays but not for you
It’s time for some relaxing and summer holidays here at Kisetsu-en, but we will keep you entertained. As well as we need a little time off we also think you should be able to be inspired on a rainy day. When allowing ourselves self take…
