I found it worth noting the vast majority of trees viewed in this video are actually in soil and promote air exchange by the roots at least to some degree. I don't think I saw *any* mature material permanently sitting in containers of this kind? I don't have an issue with promoting root growth in a water bubbler, but I have trouble seeing any of the demonstrated trees lasting long if the water is not actively oxygenated or at least switched out regularly, due to root rot. Additionally, as someone else has touched upon, the nutrient requirements (and indeed, even just the water) via roots would likely promote extensive algae growth, to where it'd be impractical to constantly clean out and put the root system back in. I guess where I'm left at this point is to ask what Mr. Nakajima's goals are with this endeavor? Is the goal 100% artistic or does he actually expect these trees to mature in this sort of form factor? And what happens if/when the tree and its roots exceed the space which these containers can provide? Removal looks like it would harm the tree.
Some fair and good points made. That must be why "the exact process is a secret" But with my limited knowledge of bonsai, you should water them regularly so the exact same thing applies to these hydro Bonsai. Same for the roots growing bigger than the container, why would derooting be more of a Harm to a hydro tree than one in soil? Same process. The algea look like the true problem here, but that could be solved by changing the water (with added nutrients) regulary.
@@ChaosSebastian The real problem is that this isn't hydro. There is not enough oxygen in that water. You can search and u will never find a hydroponics system for sale that is just a bucket they will always have a big air stone or a sprayer or something to put more oxygen in the water. Ficus and willow are the only 2 trees I know that might live like this.
This is awesome. I have 2 moringa trees growing hydroponically indoors for 5 years now. The whole idea was to keep them small like a bonsai tree...and when I prune I get to eat the leaves in my dishes.
@@jameswalker3416 I've grown cuttings in water for more than a year, so I think it would be possible long term with the correct techniques. The roots are able to adapt to growing in water and they are different from roots grown in soil. This type of water bonsai is not something I would practice, unless it had a natural application like a Bald Cypress growing in a swamp penjing.
@@TheBonsaiZone I didn't think it was your type. I'm still not buying this not a sustainable way to grow a tree. I still think this is some kinda publicity stunt. I seen his Instagram and I see no old trees grown this way. Its bs
The large one he did at first is an umbrella plant or schefflera. MOST tropical species but not all can grow hydroponic. The hard ones are conifers. The reason is actually not the water it's the microbes in soil. Deciduous conifers like bald cypress and dawn redwood can be grown in straight water though
Guys remember it is not only water, it is hydroponic solution which is a precise combination of nutrients, gas exchange elements etc. The salad in our plate and other stuff we daily eat is hydroponic cultivated.
Aldo Tocci where is this "gas exchange " ? There is no bubbler in those little vases. The trees need to be placed in sun and a nutrient solution in the sun quickly turns to algae. This may work for a temporary display but not long term.
@@danielkosta3134 I've been arguing this for days. The last guy ended up telling me I had my head up my ass. And hes a youtuber. He showed his true colors. What he doesn't know is I was subbed to him until he tried to insult me.
Fantastico! Civoglio provare, coltivo orchidee e altre piante in acqua ma non ho mai provato con gli alberelli e con il bonsai Ogni quanto va cambiata l'acqua e che livello deve avere?
A new idea of presentation, but how long can the tree be kept in water and what kind of suitable location? The trees are firstly trained and shaped in soil for many years before transplanting into water. It is too risky to lose a tree.
Its some sort of chemical used in cloning and hydroponics. Its called magic water. The principle of hydroponics is that plants do not actually need soil to grow. Just a completion of the essential nutrients that a tree needs.
@@zebulundocallas you can't just add liquid oxygen. These containers have no bubbler feed whereas hydroponic systems do. It's not a sustainable system.
I think the blown glass looks great, but it would need a drain hole down low so as to flush algae . This may work for a little while for starting cuttings. Maybe even for short term displays. But there is no way that I would expect a tree to survive for long, unless it's a willow, or maybe a taxodium distichum ( bald cypress ). Really pretty, BUT kinda deadly for the tree.
I agree this looks like a short term thing. Maybe for a temporary display or maybe just to make this video. The trees would die if kept as he is showing.
@@KeanuReevolution The shape of the glass is going to promote root strangulation. And I do understand aquaponics and how the water is filtered and exchanged. However, in this video the containers do Not have a way to recycle the stagnant water. The only way to get fresh nutrients in, is to dump the old water out. Not to mention that the trees can't get a breath. Most trees will NOT live for long with their roots submerged.
Roots only rot if there is no oxygene in the water. Except for some few specimen that just do not like wet roots, actually I grow almost any tree in water and they love it.
@@Luckma1 this is bs your right they need oxygenated water. There's a link in the discretion to the write up and a link to a sales page say there were to go on sale in 2016 and now the page is not working.
For how long does a tree can survive in that sort of water??? But is very interestig to see the future of lunar cultivation, when we will had already destroyed the earth.
Im guessing these must have a steady supply of H2O2 for O2 and to resist algae growth. This technique might work ok for trees with fully established nebari. Have doubts that these trees would grow all that well after transplant or be very resistant to disease. Note that he only mists the tops; never top waters the canopy into the basin below to avoid upsetting the chemical concentration and introducing leaf-born pathogens..?
If it develops so well in the water juniper, then let's tell you what is needed for the bonsai pot Kimuro san let all the old junipers put in the water.
All people who are criticizing aqua bonsai seem to be totally ignorant about Kratky Hydroponics, which does not need a aeration setup. Works fine in stagnant water. Just look it up on youtube itself & educate yourself before commenting nonsense here & calling it a fraud. Here is a Japanese site selling aqua plants - tokosie.jp/green/2684/
In order to clean the glass, once a week or whenever, would require removing all the trees which could be problematic once they start growing. Well, whatever floats your boat. Enjoy.
@@jameswalker3416 Ofc you can , I did not say for how long, but it can work for a very long period. It also depends on the specimen. But fact is : if you only feed by leaf, the water will stay 100% clear.
None of these trees will have a good root base/nebari above the top of the water/moss. I dont really see the point of this as it takes out one of the most important parts of the trees structure
Root rot; this looks 'cool', but you could use soil and it would still look 'cool', trying to be unique whilst killing a 5-20year old tree is very reckless and shows how far humans have come. Bonsai have been around for thousands of years, why are we trying to reinvent the wheel? It works, it's fine
I disproportionately hate this. IMHO, It squirts hot diarrhoea farts violently in the face of bonsai and the years that should go into root development.
Thumbs down to basic process. You want it to be your secrete but you want to capitalize on the income. Then keep your secrets and I won't try to emulate such a crappy attitude. Cheers.
I found it worth noting the vast majority of trees viewed in this video are actually in soil and promote air exchange by the roots at least to some degree. I don't think I saw *any* mature material permanently sitting in containers of this kind?
I don't have an issue with promoting root growth in a water bubbler, but I have trouble seeing any of the demonstrated trees lasting long if the water is not actively oxygenated or at least switched out regularly, due to root rot. Additionally, as someone else has touched upon, the nutrient requirements (and indeed, even just the water) via roots would likely promote extensive algae growth, to where it'd be impractical to constantly clean out and put the root system back in.
I guess where I'm left at this point is to ask what Mr. Nakajima's goals are with this endeavor? Is the goal 100% artistic or does he actually expect these trees to mature in this sort of form factor? And what happens if/when the tree and its roots exceed the space which these containers can provide? Removal looks like it would harm the tree.
I'm glad someone can see this and it's not just me.
Florence Chan your points are well taken and correct.
Some fair and good points made.
That must be why "the exact process is a secret"
But with my limited knowledge of bonsai, you should water them regularly so the exact same thing applies to these hydro Bonsai. Same for the roots growing bigger than the container, why would derooting be more of a Harm to a hydro tree than one in soil? Same process.
The algea look like the true problem here, but that could be solved by changing the water (with added nutrients) regulary.
@@ChaosSebastian The real problem is that this isn't hydro. There is not enough oxygen in that water. You can search and u will never find a hydroponics system for sale that is just a bucket they will always have a big air stone or a sprayer or something to put more oxygen in the water. Ficus and willow are the only 2 trees I know that might live like this.
@@jameswalker3416 true, there must be circulation in the system.
This is awesome. I have 2 moringa trees growing hydroponically indoors for 5 years now. The whole idea was to keep them small like a bonsai tree...and when I prune I get to eat the leaves in my dishes.
Love the miniature landscapes, really well done!
Sir, you are right, love all mini bonsai
Do u really believe this nigel?
@@jameswalker3416 I've grown cuttings in water for more than a year, so I think it would be possible long term with the correct techniques. The roots are able to adapt to growing in water and they are different from roots grown in soil. This type of water bonsai is not something I would practice, unless it had a natural application like a Bald Cypress growing in a swamp penjing.
@@TheBonsaiZone I didn't think it was your type. I'm still not buying this not a sustainable way to grow a tree. I still think this is some kinda publicity stunt. I seen his Instagram and I see no old trees grown this way. Its bs
I know, right? Epic! I also love the one you made with the litlle landrover and the elephants. It makes you think there is a story...
the blown glass over rock is a pretty cool idea for a VERY TEMPORARY display
Yes, VERY TEMPORARY.
I've been looking for those egg shaped pots everywhere!!! Found similar ones on temu, but they aren't those exact pots.
What kinds of trees are okay with having their roots in water all the time like that? I am interested in doing something similar in a fish tank.
The large one he did at first is an umbrella plant or schefflera. MOST tropical species but not all can grow hydroponic. The hard ones are conifers. The reason is actually not the water it's the microbes in soil. Deciduous conifers like bald cypress and dawn redwood can be grown in straight water though
Guys remember it is not only water, it is hydroponic solution which is a precise combination of nutrients, gas exchange elements etc. The salad in our plate and other stuff we daily eat is hydroponic cultivated.
Aldo Tocci where is this "gas exchange " ? There is no bubbler in those little vases. The trees need to be placed in sun and a nutrient solution in the sun quickly turns to algae. This may work for a temporary display but not long term.
@@danielkosta3134 I've been arguing this for days. The last guy ended up telling me I had my head up my ass. And hes a youtuber. He showed his true colors. What he doesn't know is I was subbed to him until he tried to insult me.
salat yes, for 3 weeks, and then its on my plate.
Fantastico! Civoglio provare, coltivo orchidee e altre piante in acqua ma non ho mai provato con gli alberelli e con il bonsai
Ogni quanto va cambiata l'acqua e che livello deve avere?
A new idea of presentation, but how long can the tree be kept in water and what kind of suitable location?
The trees are firstly trained and shaped in soil for many years before transplanting into water. It is too risky to lose a tree.
Sort of " Backwards " process isn't it ? But, IT is very pretty .
Its some sort of chemical used in cloning and hydroponics. Its called magic water. The principle of hydroponics is that plants do not actually need soil to grow. Just a completion of the essential nutrients that a tree needs.
@@zebulundocallas you can't just add liquid oxygen. These containers have no bubbler feed whereas hydroponic systems do. It's not a sustainable system.
Beautiful!
Thank you! Cheers!
Congratulations 👌 Very beautful bonsai good work 🍀 love bonsai André Paranaguá city 🇧🇷🌱👏👏👏🤗
where we can buy a glass pot for bonsai sir? thanks for sharing i will try also..
Have you ever done bonsai in LECA or other semi hydroponics
Fascinating!
any algae develops in the containers? They are transparent. Thanks!
If the exact process is secret then how are people supposed to care for them after buying from him?
good point :-)
I think the blown glass looks great, but it would need a drain hole down low so as to flush algae . This may work for a little while for starting cuttings. Maybe even for short term displays. But there is no way that I would expect a tree to survive for long, unless it's a willow, or maybe a taxodium distichum ( bald cypress ). Really pretty, BUT kinda deadly for the tree.
I agree this looks like a short term thing. Maybe for a temporary display or maybe just to make this video. The trees would die if kept as he is showing.
You don't need a drainage hole. The entire point of aquaponics is to let the water hold the nutrients. I'm sure the water is filtered as needed
@@KeanuReevolution The shape of the glass is going to promote root strangulation. And I do understand aquaponics and how the water is filtered and exchanged. However, in this video the containers do Not have a way to recycle the stagnant water. The only way to get fresh nutrients in, is to dump the old water out. Not to mention that the trees can't get a breath. Most trees will NOT live for long with their roots submerged.
Woundnt it be considered as over watering/root rot?
Roots only rot if there is no oxygene in the water.
Except for some few specimen that just do not like wet roots, actually I grow almost any tree in water and they love it.
thought the same.... normaly these systems have somekind of airbubblesystem that puts air through the water.....
@@Luckma1 this is bs your right they need oxygenated water. There's a link in the discretion to the write up and a link to a sales page say there were to go on sale in 2016 and now the page is not working.
@@Luckma1 Kratky Method works too.
@@entyropy3262 prove it
For how long does a tree can survive in that sort of water???
But is very interestig to see the future of lunar cultivation, when we will had already destroyed the earth.
That is a nice idea for beautiful bonsai
Looks great 🌿❤️🇦🇺
so much to be inspired by
What happens when the roots is exposed to sunlight?
Wow😍😍😍
After a few days, the bonsai in the glass disappears because the roots cannot breathe.
that's my thougths too.....weird....
Im guessing these must have a steady supply of H2O2 for O2 and to resist algae growth. This technique might work ok for trees with fully established nebari. Have doubts that these trees would grow all that well after transplant or be very resistant to disease. Note that he only mists the tops; never top waters the canopy into the basin below to avoid upsetting the chemical concentration and introducing leaf-born pathogens..?
Amazing!.. very nice contain ..
Like👍Sukses selalu channelnya
Does somebody know where to buy fertilzer for aqua bonsai? Or should I use normal hydroponic firtilizer?
Buy akadama online or near Bonsia shops
this 7 aquabonsai are ready, ready to die. lol
Awesome techniques and lovely bonsai.
Any plant can grow hydroponic if you have enough air.
Nutrition?
nice work, excellent ideas, thanks for share
masterpieces.
İn side to water okey bur juniper root the roots need oxygen, only the water will kill the roots.this is not to hidroponic ı dont understand
bonsaisan bonsai hocam haklisiniz..
Junipers grow in water very well.
If it develops so well in the water juniper, then let's tell you what is needed for the bonsai pot Kimuro san let all the old junipers put in the water.
@@bonsaisanbonsai it's a publicity stunt.
James walker I know this publicity stunt.
Wow very good
very nice information about aqua bonsai , thanks for sharing with us
All people who are criticizing aqua bonsai seem to be totally ignorant about Kratky Hydroponics, which does not need a aeration setup. Works fine in stagnant water. Just look it up on youtube itself & educate yourself before commenting nonsense here & calling it a fraud. Here is a Japanese site selling aqua plants - tokosie.jp/green/2684/
Very good
Those glass containers that are hand blown over the rock are even cooler than the trees.
Where can i buy these temples?
Son una pasada😍
5:58 WOW
I like it
Très belle vidéo.
Those containers must get pretty gross with algae very fast.
true. am sure he cleans the glass regularly. in my own experience, weekly once is enough
In order to clean the glass, once a week or whenever, would require removing all the trees which could be problematic once they start growing. Well, whatever floats your boat. Enjoy.
Not if you only fertilize by the leaf and keep the roots in osmosis water.
@@entyropy3262 u cant only feed the leaf
@@jameswalker3416 Ofc you can , I did not say for how long, but it can work for a very long period. It also depends on the specimen. But fact is : if you only feed by leaf, the water will stay 100% clear.
What is the name of the tree?
Amazing bonsai..
Awesome...
This sound track tho!
None of these trees will have a good root base/nebari above the top of the water/moss. I dont really see the point of this as it takes out one of the most important parts of the trees structure
Que pasa con el drenaje??
Es hidropónico
AMAZING
Not my cup of sake.
Any glass cup. A cup of sparks, for example😂
Oh, for forks sake!
That was dumb and you should feel bad.
They have tea in Japan 🤔
Like , Thank you so much . Be friends together !!!
I love earth.
Wow 😯
144 k ??????????
Root rot; this looks 'cool', but you could use soil and it would still look 'cool', trying to be unique whilst killing a 5-20year old tree is very reckless and shows how far humans have come. Bonsai have been around for thousands of years, why are we trying to reinvent the wheel? It works, it's fine
llo quiero una botella de esa
Thank you, but NO, thank you
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I'ts not cool. In the nature the tree don't born in water.
B'u't 👍
I disproportionately hate this. IMHO, It squirts hot diarrhoea farts violently in the face of bonsai and the years that should go into root development.
Exactly my point I've been saying this and I get made fun of for it.
Well not exactly what you said but I think we are on the same page.
snobs xD
The juniper will die if you pour water like that. false video
Thumbs down to basic process. You want it to be your secrete but you want to capitalize on the income. Then keep your secrets and I won't try to emulate such a crappy attitude. Cheers.