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Almost Friday 3 at Kisetsu-en
Most Thursdays we post a small video (some free, some for members only) as bonus content. This week’s free version of “Almost Friday at Kisetsu-en” is now available. It is busy times around Kisetsu-en and repotting a small Mame-bonsai Shimpaku is just one in a…
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Bonsai makes you notice the small things in life
Spring is zooming in in Europe. Bonsai shows the signs of longer and warmer days. Japanese maples begin unfolding their delicate leaves and light changes. The light is not only increasing in strength and making the days longer. It also is changed because of the…
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Bonsai forest caught on video
April is a month of unpredictable weather. We never know how it goes. The only thing that is certain is that the temperatures go up and down, and I have to take care of the sudden night freezing that might occur as late as May…
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The large bonsai forest project
I have dreamed about this. Making a large bonsai forest with mixed specimens. For a long time. Sometimes it takes a while before everything is in order, and you can progress and finally do what you dream about. I fancy the forest style and have…
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Judging Shohin Bonsai
Photos are from the private collection of Morten Albek and from 2020 edition of the Trophy in Belgium. How to judge Shohin Bonsai is a frequently asked question. I will make a short introduction to the basics here. Shohin sizes Shohin bonsai differs from other…
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Almost Friday is on Thursday
Your bonsai weekend is ahead. You are waiting for some exciting new bonsai adventures. What to do? Relax. Now we introduce a weekly (as far as possible) video from behind the scenes of the Kisetsu-en garden. Watch what is prepared, small seasonal tips and tricks…
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March in Kisetsu-en Video
The March edition of our online video magazine is dealing with several topics. Here you can watch a draft from the episodes launched for March seasonal care and techniques to improve your bonsai. [arve url=”https://vimeo.com/523678047″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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Kisetsu-en Bonsai Zoom launches in April
From April we introduce an extra feature for our members. Introducing Kisetsu-en Bonsai Zoom live from our studio. A live Q&A session where you can ask questions, share experiences and get live feedback from Morten Albek. We do it on Zoom and in English. Let’s talk…
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The deciduous bonsai repotting season is open
The clock ticks. And time runs as we are busy repotting deciduous trees. Spring trimming the last details before the leaves open. The repotting game for deciduous is on full speed. Trident maple is ready for new soil and a root trim. The old Shohin…
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Bonsai spring fertilizing
Spring is around the corner. Celebrated by changing from freezing temperatures during February and jumping to mild friendly temperatures within just a week. Bonsai spring preparations have started. Cleaning the stands and tables in the bonsai garden, and moving trees out again after a period…
