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Wire Weekend Wales
Thank you, Dragon Bonsai in Wales, for another great weekend. Boy, did we do a lot of trees over the weekend. Excellent company, food and people. I always feel very welcome – even when I suggest a branch to be removed Only time for a…
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Bonsai in Wales coming up – Q&A Live Thursday coming up
Spring is running fast forward, and it looks like the bonsai will receive some warmth and sunny weather the next week. This speed up the growth and the need of paying attention on watering. If a tree lacks water or is overwatered it can damage…
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Juniper Form and Balance: Step Two with the Itoigawa Juniper
In our latest video tutorial, we continue our journey with the Itoigawa Juniper, focusing on the crucial second step: refining the tree’s form and balance. After the intricate deadwood work in the previous episode, it’s time to shrink the size to Shohin bonsai measures and…
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Bonsai interview
Nick Hopes is a very talented British bonsai potter and bonsai enthusiast. This interview was done a few months ago and was first released for members of Kisetsu-en. now shared with everybody. @Maidenhair Ceramics by Nick Hopes
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Live Q&A Thursday
Thursday we have our monthly Live Q&A and some good topics ticking in for that. Be sure to join and bring in your questions too. Winter isn’t really a thing this season (until now), where only rain and clouds are filling the day. The sun…
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Bonsai Trees and the Importance of Bark
Back in the studio recording a new video coming out Thursday for the members. The subject here in this blog post is just something that came in mind when looking at the old Japanese White Pine bark. One of the key elements in the art…
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Understanding Your Bonsai
As the year runs out, here is a possible bonsai promise to yourself for 2025. Learn to observe and understand your bonsai. In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, even when it comes to…
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The bonsai year soon ends and then a new beginning
Bonsai have filled a lot this year as it has done for several years. A lot of friends around the world make the world small and comforting in these challenging times in my part of the world. Denmark is still as safe a country as…
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Juniper Design and Styling: Part Two – Arranging Branches and Foliage
Welcome back to our series on Juniper design and styling! In the first episode, I focused on the intricate and essential task of working on the deadwood. Now, in part two, we will build upon that foundation by arranging the branches and foliage to enhance…
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Juniper bonsai, design and deadwood
Dear Bonsai Enthusiasts. Now the latest video from our Members series, focusing on the intricate art of creating deadwood in Juniper bonsai is ready to watch. This two-part series delves into both the aesthetic and technical aspects of this fascinating technique. The design of branches…
