Defoliating Flowering Apricot Bonsai | Bonsai-U

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  • In this episode, Bjorn explains the process of defoliating Japanese Flowering Apricot, or Prunus mume, bonsai. Learn the mechanics of Partial Outer Canopy Defoliation as well as how to wire and style a raw Ume Bonsai!
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  • @leoclay1
    @leoclay1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    I love how 6-8 years is a "quick process." Man, bonsai is a different kind of hobby.

  • @DrSticktrick
    @DrSticktrick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    Would be great if you could post an update to this tree in 4-6 Weeks.

    • @alessandromassimo5717
      @alessandromassimo5717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      you have now it featured in the last video of bench tour. its thriving

    • @DrSticktrick
      @DrSticktrick 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alessandromassimo5717 Yes, I've seen it. Thanks.

  • @mattseaters5145
    @mattseaters5145 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    You’re a legend! Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Too often the bonsai community holds their knowledge close to their heart instead of sharing and moving the art forward. I love these videos.

  • @jasonbombardier1159
    @jasonbombardier1159 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The fact that he's just as nice to look at as the tree makes this suuuuper easy to pay attention to 🤭

    • @KushSudra
      @KushSudra 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes ma'am

  • @drgonzo3871
    @drgonzo3871 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Simply put; I believe these are the best Bonsai videos being produced these days.

  • @gijose5611
    @gijose5611 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love how passionate Mr. Fujikawa talks about his bonsai tree. He seems to be such a humble, kind, passionate guy who I'd love to spend some time with.

  • @alvinsus430
    @alvinsus430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hello Bjorn
    Please update this work on this tree
    Thank you
    Really appreciate all your time on videos you upload so far!!

  • @keithjarvis7196
    @keithjarvis7196 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're a great teacher Bjorn. Some of the other top artists 'teach' by quizzing 'students' about things they don't know yet, and berate them along the way. It is exceptionally reassuring about humanity to have someone who is so skilled also be so humble, patient, and able to calmly and logically articulate the how and why of their actions. THANK YOU.

  • @mimoochodom2684
    @mimoochodom2684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Next to black pine, my favourite species. Hardy, quick growing and versatile.

  • @vette63
    @vette63 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm from the tropics in Australia & I love the flowering bonsai but sadly it's hard to grow apricot & cherry in the heat. I had some success with crab apple but it is not the same. Look forward to seeing your apricot in flower.

  • @sakanason
    @sakanason 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a great video! Old footage and the new! POCD!

  • @thuydao8945
    @thuydao8945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You was born for the art of the Bonsai. Thank you so much for bring on the details from your heart to teach us so much more of this hobby.
    😳❇️

  • @thomasrollinson8630
    @thomasrollinson8630 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate the correct pronunciation of aluminium 👌🏼. Brilliant video to… I now want an apricot for my growing collection. 😵‍💫 haha

  • @cyndifoore7743
    @cyndifoore7743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the windswept attitude of this flowering apricot. Maes me happy to look at.

  • @khoadang108
    @khoadang108 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much. I live in Vietnam. I'm also learning about apricot trees. There really aren't as many detailed videos as you do about apricot trees. Hope you will make similar videos about apricot trees.

  • @degagnemarc
    @degagnemarc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Bjorn, your videos and your instructions are such a quality, it's impeccable!
    Can't wait to take your online courses!
    Thank you so much for your sharing your knowledge!

  • @samsohn
    @samsohn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, not just for bonsai, but for understanding general plant behavior and growth.

  • @JurijsJutjajevs
    @JurijsJutjajevs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool video, thanks for sharing. Although I don’t have a bonsai yet, watching your content really makes me want to get into it 👍

  • @britaglious
    @britaglious 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Music is dope. Good selections. Best vid yet

  • @MyTreesinthePott
    @MyTreesinthePott 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Bjorn!
    Since the first hour I'm watching your videos and this is my first comment. The beginning in the field of bonsai was made by a bonsai basic course. Many books deepened my knowledge but were basically too traditional for me and did not allow any alternatives in the design. Your way of designing and communicating this to the people is a great mixture between young and modern, while at the same time taking into account the tradition and its justification! Actually I only want to say that since EISEI-EN you have become my personal mentor and with these first comments I want to express my deepest respect and thanks to you!
    With kind regards from the "Ruhrott" (Germany)!
    PS(HP🙈): 👆 You make Bonsai great again! 🤗

  • @dianartimus
    @dianartimus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would love to see this one year later to see the growth and development.

  • @spudgun3014
    @spudgun3014 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this, I literally just bought one of these awesome trees and it was reassuring to see I had done the defoliating correctly. Also I would have never known about removing the wire so soon! Thanks again.

  • @andyjohnson7070
    @andyjohnson7070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a brilliant video Bjorn! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this - I’ve learned loads today! 😀👍

  • @jerrefisher2184
    @jerrefisher2184 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks again Bjorn...but would have loved having Nanci in the video as well. Nice tree!

  • @luukderksen8810
    @luukderksen8810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your are a solid and good dude! A ton off information, always with good explanations. Learning a lot from your vids. Thank you!

  • @BackSeatHump
    @BackSeatHump 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A really, really excellent video. I can see that your time in Japan was very went spent. I bet they miss you over there.

  • @daniaranda3022
    @daniaranda3022 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve done the same on a malus everest, I hope the same results! Thanks for all your videos Master! It was a pleasure to met you at the Kokufu this year.

  • @scmah174
    @scmah174 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Bjorn. Brilliant. I'll donate instead of purchasing quarantine booze.

  • @lukasmihara
    @lukasmihara 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. The Ume is one of my favorite trees I think. Reminds me of good times in Japan. The flowers look great and the fruits make a great "wine", too!

  • @robertobreglia2544
    @robertobreglia2544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Bjorn! Your videos are always very interesting! You are a great bonsai master! Thanks for sharing 👏👏👏👏🙏

  • @catherinebrown8577
    @catherinebrown8577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video, as usual. Perfect timing, my prunus mume will be ready in a few days for this technique, and I've been debating the best next step. How I would love to have dinner at Minoh Saryuu and see the ume exhibition. Thanks for the opportunity to revisit that video - those trees are exquisite and that glass display area is so lovely. Thank you!

  • @victoriaarmendariz5893
    @victoriaarmendariz5893 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much...a most informative video...and I can see your love and care in the trees.

  • @drmasroberts
    @drmasroberts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the detail in your explanations.

  • @DeanKellyBonsai
    @DeanKellyBonsai 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant video Bjorn. I think this is the first video specific to Mume. Now all I need is for mine to put out great long new shoots like that. 😂 Thanks for sharing.

  • @carloscruz6536
    @carloscruz6536 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge and the well described information 👍👍🇵🇷

  • @matyasfabok5532
    @matyasfabok5532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    up and down, side to side, lika a roller coaster

  • @AntonioTrujillobonsai
    @AntonioTrujillobonsai 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Same like every time. Nice work. Please let us know a little bit more about deciduous trees design. Everybody shows off a lot of juniper and shimpaku but little bit about this topic. Best regards.

  • @zackofalltrades8118
    @zackofalltrades8118 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great episode.

  • @fish_built
    @fish_built 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    now that is has been nearly a year, can we see this tree again to see how it has developed?

  • @meridethtexastwister
    @meridethtexastwister 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It looks amazing

  • @rolando10
    @rolando10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing work Bjorn!

  • @JaeLim1121
    @JaeLim1121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why did I read this as Deflowering Foliating... But an excellent video once I did my doubletake and slowly read the title correctly.

  • @reshikote2821
    @reshikote2821 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd love to see an update a few years later on this one!

  • @josiahg2
    @josiahg2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!!! Very good to see the process of developing a tree.

  • @Johnny12ga
    @Johnny12ga 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding man! I knew you would do something impressive with this and Im glad you got it. Love the pot too.

  • @chloeeeezy
    @chloeeeezy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please post an update!!! I'm in love 😻

  • @leftyaxegrinder
    @leftyaxegrinder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic tree. Good tutorial, thanks,

  • @LordRubino
    @LordRubino 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing work. Would be fantastic to see the tree later next year with blossom and possibly with fruits :)

  • @dringherden_pedrajas1750
    @dringherden_pedrajas1750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much sensei, I have learned a lot from this video. The technique is also applicable in majority of our deciduous trees here in the Philippines. - Herden Pedrajas

  • @ritxiebeat7028
    @ritxiebeat7028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very, very much for sharing all this information gained with a lot of discipline and dedication in these excellent videos !! Without a doubt, a boost in the world culture of Bonsai. Thank you!!

  • @riccardocorona9063
    @riccardocorona9063 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Done this week!;) good works as usual Bjorn!

  • @bonsaisan5798
    @bonsaisan5798 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Bjorn! Thank you very much for the information!

  • @MaytoSam
    @MaytoSam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Que maravilla de trabajo, quedo espectacular, futuro prometedor.

  • @volkanertem
    @volkanertem 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very inspiring and fantastic video thanks a lot. I like to see the three when new flush of leaves comes out. Can you do a follow up to this tree in 4-6 weeks please.

  • @BardicoVagabundo
    @BardicoVagabundo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation and work. Thanks a ton!

  • @lakeelsinorebonsai1203
    @lakeelsinorebonsai1203 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Bjorn! Another educational excellent video!

  • @paweolszowy772
    @paweolszowy772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you do an episode about spruce white or any other spruce species?
    It would be nice to know how to maintain this tree in the best shape through out whole year.

  • @cherylandrews3195
    @cherylandrews3195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome tree!

  • @questionablecooking7019
    @questionablecooking7019 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very Inspirational.

  • @LessTalkMoreDelicious
    @LessTalkMoreDelicious 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ume... my fave flowering tree ✨✨
    Chaenomeles & Satsuki... my fave flowering shrub
    Pine... my fave conifer (juniper close 2nd)
    Momiji... my fave broadleaf deciduous (that has a hard time surviving in my climate in SoCal lol)
    ...too many faves 😂

    • @lukasmihara
      @lukasmihara 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it too dry for the maples, or what's the problem there?

  • @retirementmillions6533
    @retirementmillions6533 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow lessons thank you

  • @janvanschooten4777
    @janvanschooten4777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for this information there is not a lot of prunus mume information

  • @heirtothedrip
    @heirtothedrip 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wondering if you have any videos on azalea or maybe could do some

  • @perseusserrano
    @perseusserrano 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another motivation. Thanks bro!

  • @lougriffiths
    @lougriffiths 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fabulous

  • @Marcusstratus
    @Marcusstratus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

  • @nevits14
    @nevits14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just got my first Bonsai!

  • @jeffhurst4744
    @jeffhurst4744 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the tree species. Very well presented and explained. In particular the feeding and watering. Good to know how long you suggest to leave were on. I’ve learned the hard way when I first got back into bonsai about leaving it on too long. Thank you.

  • @JoseORivera
    @JoseORivera 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for share, good work on design

  • @dashaananlankeshwar5179
    @dashaananlankeshwar5179 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful 💚💚💚

  • @RecIPiesorTed
    @RecIPiesorTed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I like this video twice?

  • @armanmirk
    @armanmirk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quality.

  • @karinpetersen8330
    @karinpetersen8330 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful!! U r a Great Master

  • @thomashaney2977
    @thomashaney2977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope you post an update of how this tree looks now.

  • @Just.bonsai
    @Just.bonsai 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!

  • @luuk341
    @luuk341 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video Bjorn!
    I have a Ficus that doesnt have many branches, so I would like to try this, but I dont know when to do it

  • @regq4855
    @regq4855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Bjorn Thank you for producing and sharing your top notch videos. I'm wondering, can you do partial defoliation on other species like plum as well as Japanese quince? They both have similar growth patterns as flowering apricot.

  • @aternald
    @aternald 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you, this was amazing! I have a ume that is just a trunk at the moment and about to start building primary and secondary branches. Should I do this kind of defoliation then? can I cut back in the fall as well? (I dont care for the flowers right now). Thanks again! (btw Im in Sweden so a little less heat and a shorter season).

  • @NabilHandaruFile
    @NabilHandaruFile 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Parabens..

  • @ilisonwb3462
    @ilisonwb3462 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was amazing! keep Up the good work.
    One question: is it helpful to defoliate the trees every now and then, or are there trees that would instantly die if you defoliate?

  • @dethem
    @dethem 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i wish i could have been there during styling so could test out my design of this tree looking like a literati

  • @shadowlpa
    @shadowlpa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video as always

  • @EmptyPringlesCan73
    @EmptyPringlesCan73 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can this same technique be performed on all alternate leaf pattern and or opposite leaf pattern trees??

  • @FUXILUCHSI
    @FUXILUCHSI หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very nice video! Is it possible to see an update of 2024?

  • @MrFancypants82
    @MrFancypants82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would spraying the branches with water help them not crack? You've used rubber tubing in other videos to stop wire from cutting in to the branch, curious why you didn't here with the guy wire?

  • @josepenalver652
    @josepenalver652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Bjorn,
    First of all thank you for your superb videos which make us learn a lot. I watched your video on apricot trees with great interest, it is exciting, thank you. I have some apricot trees who are 15 years old and a 40 mm nebari. They are beautiful and healthy, but they have never flowered before !? Currently they have long stems that I hesitate to prune to leave wood for next year's flowering, is this a good idea? Do you have any advice for me? Thank you again and continue to treat us ....
    José (from south france)

  • @angelokeller1161
    @angelokeller1161 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You should cover cherry blossom bonsai next

  • @OscarZoroaster
    @OscarZoroaster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I guess Mr. Yanai made the previous owner of that tree, "an offer he couldn't refuse..."

    • @lisajohnson1563
      @lisajohnson1563 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was wondering if the previous owner met an unfortunate end. Gruesome and impolite thought though it is.

  • @chrisrigoni
    @chrisrigoni 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You 🙏✌️

  • @treesbonsaiperfect8420
    @treesbonsaiperfect8420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow beautofoll bonsai 😊❤❤❤🌳

  • @mehdibenaissa
    @mehdibenaissa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video! Would you do the same for STYRAX and CALLICARPA? I am sorry for asking about other species but they seem to react very similarly and also I cannot find anything about Styrax and/or Callicarpa....

  • @darde132
    @darde132 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will you show coconut bonsais too?

  • @dracokaiser
    @dracokaiser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Where can we get Japanese flowering apricots in the states?

  • @casaroccafamilyking
    @casaroccafamilyking 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would these principles for flowering apricot also apply for flowering quince?

  • @percymariano4758
    @percymariano4758 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hola no entiendo puede sub titularlo muchisimas gracias Felicitasiones por lo hermoso del bonsai

  • @weiliu3623
    @weiliu3623 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did this in mid June this year on all my four prunus mume, after watch your video. By mid July, the secondary shoots are already very long. Should this technique be repeated on the secondary shoots? Thanks.

  • @BenBSeattle
    @BenBSeattle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Who else is trying to shop online for one of these. =)

    • @karlhorton1925
      @karlhorton1925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ben B. Seattle Me! Lol. Because of this i just bought one.😂

    • @andrewsnyder3359
      @andrewsnyder3359 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too! I’ve been scouting out my local nursery’s for material to work with just because of this video. I’m curious if the wedge cutting technique will work on making trunk movement with this species. Going to try it on a few larger branches to find out.

  • @paulkrasner
    @paulkrasner ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, Bjorn, I performed the partial defoliation on an apricot. Four weeks later, all the leaves grew back. Did I perform it too soon? What do I do now?

  • @ashrymanferris564
    @ashrymanferris564 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi very informative video. I have a small prunus mume. I tried this technique possibly a little early. But then I got some kind of bug infestation while away for a couple days. That caused the end of branches to die and interior foliage deteriorated. I think they are called mealy bugs. Anyway got them off the plant and the really strong wind took most of the remaining foliage off and for some reason I thought cutting back to a bud node would cause it to bud again and stimulate a fresh flush of growth. But now I’m stuck with a prunus with no leaves at all and short branches. The roots seems to be dying too and I was wondering if anyone has any advice on how to save this tree? Thanks

  • @KAROLINAPOCHWAT
    @KAROLINAPOCHWAT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, Bjorn! Apologies if I missed it, but what other species can this technique be used in?

    • @MarvelousMooalicious
      @MarvelousMooalicious 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was also wondering what other trees this technique can be applied to :)