I have watched soo many bonsai videos, yet I learned more in this one video than all the others lol ...thanks for the tips me and my kids have started bonsai... we do alot with gardening and plants, so we wanted to give it a try. We appreciate the way you explain what your doing as you're doing it....very helpful ❤❤❤
Nice pretty basic information to bonsai. Make sure to give updates on how your plants are doing. People will always look forward to that, and how they progress. Good video! Keep them coming. 👍 👍
Please! Updates! Cud do several updates in one if u choose - just a clip of what it looked like where you last worked with it, then carry on with the trimming/ not
I love these videos!! I’ve been doing bonsai now for 4 years and I still love bonsai for beginners videos, there’s a lot of rumours that hold people back from doing bonsai and it’s a personal goal change that, you can bonsai any tree, it’s doesn’t have to be expensive, it doesn’t take too long, we don’t torcher trees!! This video is awesome, your awesome! My son and I really enjoyed hearing the basics again!!
I’ve watched multiple videos of people talking about every aspect of bonsai and felt overwhelmed. Thank you for your video which made me feel comfortable, confident and excited about starting this new journey. I’m not trying to emulate the Ming dynasty. I just want to enjoy creating something cool. Thanks again for making this feel accessible and chill; without compromising the quality of information. ❤
Thank you so much!!! I have learned more from your videos than I have from videos of people doing it for 20 years! You did amazing at explaining everything and answering all the questions I had that nobody could seem to answer!
Love your channel and your first video! I have always love bonsai from a very young age but am Quite new to make and creating bonsai. Your video has made it very easy to learn and understand basic principles. You have a new subscriber thank you! looking forward to your many new videos👍🏼👍🏼
THANK you for making this so simple. I watched several bonsai videos last night and I decided it was too complicated for me to try. I’ve changed my mind.
A perfect tutorial for bonsai that i have been searching for beginners finally found today. Thanks for showing us how to start a bonsai ans specially the wiring part, why and how its done. I learn a lot. One day, i will make my own too.
I just came across your channel and love your approach to bonsais! You explained everything so well and although I've been making bonsais for 15 years I learned more in this video than those I usually watch. Thank you! Keep up the good work! I subscribed!
Hi you’ve just gained a new subscriber, I love your passion for this an it’s infectious as I’d love to give this a go, is there any way you can put links into you description for the type of tool and pots, planting material you use great videos and keep up the good work just started watching this so hope to make my way through them. Well done 👍🏻
far more informative and hands on than other beginner bonsai vids. I've been gardening for a decade or so but watching karate kid 3 inspired me to try bonsai lol
Hi Adam, I just found your video. As a bonsai beginner, I found it very helpful and easier than others. I have subscribe to your channel and will be watching the rest of your videos.Thank you very much for the info. Bob
super! Thank you very much!!! And so much information condensed and quickly! Special thanks for respecting and appreciating your and my time, that’s why you are the best.
Wow! Thank you for this. I bought a Bonsai at Costco (in the US) and had no idea you could wire and mold the branches. The only thing I wish you had touched on is how much and how often to water a juniper like this. Seems I haven't been watering mine enough and I lost a lot of growth on it because it dried out and became brittle.
I really like this video. I’d like to know more basic things like really what is a bonsai why did you get into bonsai? What kinds of tools do you need for bonsai? What was that part you were using and where do you buy them from? How long does a bonsai take to look like a bonsai? I have so many more questions for this will do for now!
Thank you Adam! I have watched many of your videos on bonsai and like the way you explain what you are doing. I am new at bonsai and I purchased a ponsonia juniper for my first try at bonsai.
Ahh nice one! Best of luck with your Bonsai journey!! Remember that it is normal if you accidentally kill a few trees in your learning process and do not let it discourage you!
Enjoying going back to the first videos and see the growth from early posts. Keep it up. I just let a couple of my new maples die. I am not sure if it was too much sun, too much water, etc. but I will try and try again.
They are tricky ones to find for sure!! I keep an eye out on ebay and Bonsai nurseries! The tricky thing is finding ones without a graft at the bottom!
This is my first time seeing your first video, you sure spoke quickly for it. Your presentation pacing has improved by leaps and bounds since this video. Still it is a very good presentation, amazing actually for your first video.
Dude needs sun more than his plants. Jokes apart, I was watching videos to make bonsai. This guys videos are good, very natural. Doesn't use those fancy equipment like the other. Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks.
Good question! It's best not to fertilise 6 weeks after reporting as it can burn the roots. Although I used organic compost mixed in, it's still good to fertilise the tree after that. The nutrients in the soil will eventually run out so its good to keep it topped up! Hope this helps
I was at one of the local home improvement stores and picked up this tree. It is one, like yours, low growing and a whole lot older. For those 2 reasons I decided to not buy it. The limbs are really twisted and really thick. Don’t think they make wire thick enough to hold a bend.I think I bit off more than I can chew!
Hey! Any tips, tricks and useful resources from youre knowledge about japanese red maples? I saw one at the nursery literally 45 second drive away from me today. I didn’t buy it but how should I care for them? What pot size? Shallow or deep? Care lessons?
Hey Monkey! To care for a Japanese red maple, it is important to plant it in well-draining soil and in a location that receives partial shade. They require regular watering, especially during hot and dry weather, and benefit from occasional fertilization. It's important to keep an eye out for pests and diseases, such as aphids and fungal infections, and address them promptly. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and promote new growth. 🤗🌳
I am a naturally cost conscious person and your suggestion of bending a fork is just inspiring! Will pick up suitable candidates from our charity shop ventures. For a first video, excellent content, and structure, has someone inspired you or just something you have taken an interest in?
Awesome! Glad that little tip helped you 😀 Thanks very much! I've done lots of research in Bonsai and made lots of Bonsai friends that all inspire me with their amazing trees!
Adam? I got 2 junipers and trying to turn them into bonsai, but i have them indoors. I know they are for outdoors, but I’m curious if I can use something to help it grow inside for 2 years, when I’ll move to a house from appartment.
Hey! While junipers are typically best suited for outdoor conditions, it is possible to keep them indoors temporarily with proper care. To help your junipers grow indoors, provide them with as much direct sunlight as possible, maintain suitable temperature and humidity levels, ensure proper air circulation, water them carefully and fertilize them regularly. However, it's important to understand that Junipers thrive in outdoor environments and may not reach their full potential or long-term health if kept indoors for an extended period. Anyone I have heard that kept Juniper indoors it has unfortunately died on them. A Ficus is a great species for indoor Bonsai! Hope this helps!
Hi, I am new to bonsai care. I received one as a gift , I believe it is a juniper and everything I read says it cannot grow indoors. My question is ...can I put it in a bonsai pot and place it outside, bringing it in if temps go below freezing? Thank you
HELLO ADAM. I HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL. I HAD A QUESTION I WANTED TO ASK YOU. I HAVE SEEN WHERE PEOPLE WILL GET A JUNIPER FROM A GARDEN CENTER AND GO FROM THE GARDEN CENTER POT TO A TRAINING POT THEN TO A CERAMIC POT. IS IT OK TO GO FROM THE GARDEN CENTER POT DIRECTLY TO A CERAMIC POT.
Young tree branches grow upwards, to recreate the appearance of older trees, branches that sweep down are achieved thru wiring. In time the branch will be set in this position
Good video, very down to earth in Irish fashion, no mystery stuff. But question. If there are no bonsai seeds, which there is not, we know. Whatever works for you etc What is so special about "bonsai scissors"?? Haha just kidding mate. Enjoy your hobby.
Ive been yoinking saplings from moms property for bonsai trees 😂 pretty sure she laughs whenever i leave with trees in her used plastic cups because i never think to bring pots 😭
I mostly target invasive/non-native species but I do have a couple pines that would of otherwise died because the building they were growing by is going to be demolished.
The wire can then be removed after the branches have set in place - for young matierial like this take it off in 6-10 weeks!
oh wow that's way faster than i expected!
I have watched soo many bonsai videos, yet I learned more in this one video than all the others lol ...thanks for the tips me and my kids have started bonsai... we do alot with gardening and plants, so we wanted to give it a try. We appreciate the way you explain what your doing as you're doing it....very helpful ❤❤❤
You can tell the difference in somone teaching because they love what they do vs teaching for content
I just (fortunately) stumbled upon this channel - wow I’m glad I found this! 👏
Hey! Welcome to the channel 😊There will be lots more videos to come!
Nice pretty basic information to bonsai. Make sure to give updates on how your plants are doing. People will always look forward to that, and how they progress. Good video! Keep them coming. 👍 👍
Hey thanks very much and welcome to the channel 🤗 I will give updates on trees on my Instagram Account 😇 Lots more videos to come!
Please! Updates!
Cud do several updates in one if u choose - just a clip of what it looked like where you last worked with it, then carry on with the trimming/ not
I love these videos!! I’ve been doing bonsai now for 4 years and I still love bonsai for beginners videos, there’s a lot of rumours that hold people back from doing bonsai and it’s a personal goal change that, you can bonsai any tree, it’s doesn’t have to be expensive, it doesn’t take too long, we don’t torcher trees!! This video is awesome, your awesome! My son and I really enjoyed hearing the basics again!!
I’ve watched multiple videos of people talking about every aspect of bonsai and felt overwhelmed. Thank you for your video which made me feel comfortable, confident and excited about starting this new journey. I’m not trying to emulate the Ming dynasty. I just want to enjoy creating something cool. Thanks again for making this feel accessible and chill; without compromising the quality of information. ❤
You do a nice job on your videos. Hope your channel grows. You earned it
Thanks Steve! There will be lots more videos to come 😇
Thank you so much!!! I have learned more from your videos than I have from videos of people doing it for 20 years! You did amazing at explaining everything and answering all the questions I had that nobody could seem to answer!
Love your channel and your first video! I have always love bonsai from a very young age but am Quite new to make and creating bonsai. Your video has made it very easy to learn and understand basic principles. You have a new subscriber thank you! looking forward to your many new videos👍🏼👍🏼
Hey thanks very much! I'm glad I can help beginners get into the artfom! It is an art of patience 😄
THANK you for making this so simple. I watched several bonsai videos last night and I decided it was too complicated for me to try. I’ve changed my mind.
Can't wait to see how it grows!
Hey! I'll post extra updates on trees on my Instagram 🙂
This video is very helpful, the way that you explain is very clearly what you do step by step, it makes me want to grow a bonsai more.
Great first video Adam! Your channel looks very promising. Subscribed!
Thanks very much Dave :) Welcome to my channel!
Really good video, I think well understandable for anyone :) I like your elocution!
Hey thanks 😀 There is more videos to come!
2+yrs later... Still the most straightforward and least over overwhelming video I've seen on TH-cam. Thank you @notionbonsai
Hey thanks so much!
Most comprehensive and simple video I've seen so far.
Glad it was useful to you!
Really nice, thanks for making this video! Very open and motivating to start!
Hey thanks! More videos to come! I will be keeping them as easy and beginner friendly as possible!
@@notionbonsai I just AirLayered an Acer and a Hibiscus tree, also took saplings from the Acer. Hyped! Patience is needed though 😬
This was THE BEST instructional that I have seen on YT. Thank you!
Brilliant start Adam, I too have a couple of those spikey little trees that I am trying to train into bonsai trees, a very painful process indeed!!!
Thanks David! You may see red dots all over your hands the following day 😂
A perfect tutorial for bonsai that i have been searching for beginners finally found today. Thanks for showing us how to start a bonsai ans specially the wiring part, why and how its done. I learn a lot. One day, i will make my own too.
I just came across your channel and love your approach to bonsais! You explained everything so well and although I've been making bonsais for 15 years I learned more in this video than those I usually watch. Thank you! Keep up the good work! I subscribed!
A favorite subscription of mine here. SO much useful information packed into one video and entertaining as well. Thanks Adam!
Hey thank you so much!! 🤗 There will be lots more Bonsai videos to come!
Hi you’ve just gained a new subscriber, I love your passion for this an it’s infectious as I’d love to give this a go, is there any way you can put links into you description for the type of tool and pots, planting material you use great videos and keep up the good work just started watching this so hope to make my way through them. Well done 👍🏻
Hey thank you Kenny! I don't advertise any specific brands or websites at the moment, though there are lots of great options out there! 😄
Excellent. Fast. To the point.
What an excellent presentation - clear and VERY helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
far more informative and hands on than other beginner bonsai vids. I've been gardening for a decade or so but watching karate kid 3 inspired me to try bonsai lol
Aw nice!!
Hi Adam, I just found your video. As a bonsai beginner, I found it very helpful and easier than others. I have subscribe to your channel and will be watching the rest of your videos.Thank you very much for the info. Bob
Hey thank you very much Bob! 😊 I am glad my videos are helpful!
Better explanations than those master bonsai. I understand better. Thank you
Hi 👋🏻
really like your channel keep up the good work ! That juniper turned out really nice 👍🏻 I liked the end shape .
Hey! Thank you very much! There will be lots more videos to come! 😊
super! Thank you very much!!! And so much information condensed and quickly! Special thanks for respecting and appreciating your and my time, that’s why you are the best.
Just been given a bonsai. Thanks for al the Basics! Seen all your shorts - u have gotten quite comfortable with videoing - doing a Great job!
Wow! Thank you for this. I bought a Bonsai at Costco (in the US) and had no idea you could wire and mold the branches. The only thing I wish you had touched on is how much and how often to water a juniper like this. Seems I haven't been watering mine enough and I lost a lot of growth on it because it dried out and became brittle.
Generally speaking. In bonsai we don't want the soil to ever dry out. We want it moist but but not waterlogged 😄
This is the best beginer bonsai tutorial on youtube. Thank you
Hey thanks so much!
Thanks, really enjoyed your video, you make it look fun. Just got a Bonsai tree a Fukien Tea. Thanks for bottom comment about wire removal.
I really like this video. I’d like to know more basic things like really what is a bonsai why did you get into bonsai? What kinds of tools do you need for bonsai? What was that part you were using and where do you buy them from? How long does a bonsai take to look like a bonsai? I have so many more questions for this will do for now!
Hey! It's great to see you are so interested in Bonsai 😀 There is lots more videos to come where I will answer these very questions 😇
This is the best video I have watched. Thank so much!
Thank you Adam! I have watched many of your videos on bonsai and like the way you explain what you are doing. I am new at bonsai and I purchased a ponsonia juniper for my first try at bonsai.
Ahh nice one! Best of luck with your Bonsai journey!! Remember that it is normal if you accidentally kill a few trees in your learning process and do not let it discourage you!
Hi, great video. Maybe could you make a video on the tools that you use, wires, etc.
Hey thanks! Great video suggestion! I may have a video on tools in the future 😊
This is a great first video. Your videos are enjoyable to watch a long with training, to study, and techniques.
Hey thanks so much John! I did not speak as slow as I do now haha
Amazing teacher bro, thank you!
Enjoying going back to the first videos and see the growth from early posts. Keep it up. I just let a couple of my new maples die. I am not sure if it was too much sun, too much water, etc. but I will try and try again.
They are tricky ones to find for sure!! I keep an eye out on ebay and Bonsai nurseries! The tricky thing is finding ones without a graft at the bottom!
Thanks, enjoy your videos! easy to follow and great information.
Hey thanks Steve! I've slowed down my speaking since this first video!! 😅
@@notionbonsai I hope you decide to do many more! Really enjoy your channel and content!
Thank you - I really enjoy your videos.
This is my first time seeing your first video, you sure spoke quickly for it. Your presentation pacing has improved by leaps and bounds since this video. Still it is a very good presentation, amazing actually for your first video.
Dude needs sun more than his plants.
Jokes apart, I was watching videos to make bonsai. This guys videos are good, very natural. Doesn't use those fancy equipment like the other.
Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks.
"if one has ocd, with bonsai, then... they will have nice trees!" 💯😂😂😂
Do you have to fertilize the tree or is that soil mix ok? Thanks for the great video!
Good question! It's best not to fertilise 6 weeks after reporting as it can burn the roots. Although I used organic compost mixed in, it's still good to fertilise the tree after that. The nutrients in the soil will eventually run out so its good to keep it topped up! Hope this helps
muchas gracias por el video!!
I really enjoyed this video. I'm trying to learn a new hobby and I love plants. Thank you so much! I just subscribed.
I was at one of the local home improvement stores and picked up this tree. It is one, like yours, low growing and a whole lot older. For those 2 reasons I decided to not buy it. The limbs are really twisted and really thick. Don’t think they make wire thick enough to hold a bend.I think I bit off more than I can chew!
Ohh nice! I like trees that are a challenge to work on! 😊
Hey! Any tips, tricks and useful resources from youre knowledge about japanese red maples? I saw one at the nursery literally 45 second drive away from me today. I didn’t buy it but how should I care for them? What pot size? Shallow or deep? Care lessons?
Hey Monkey! To care for a Japanese red maple, it is important to plant it in well-draining soil and in a location that receives partial shade. They require regular watering, especially during hot and dry weather, and benefit from occasional fertilization. It's important to keep an eye out for pests and diseases, such as aphids and fungal infections, and address them promptly. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and promote new growth. 🤗🌳
Many thanks
I am a naturally cost conscious person and your suggestion of bending a fork is just inspiring! Will pick up suitable candidates from our charity shop ventures. For a first video, excellent content, and structure, has someone inspired you or just something you have taken an interest in?
Awesome! Glad that little tip helped you 😀 Thanks very much! I've done lots of research in Bonsai and made lots of Bonsai friends that all inspire me with their amazing trees!
Thanks for the helpful video.
Thank You..
Wow phenomenal work
Bro you’re a legend
Thanks man you helped a lot
😄
@@notionbonsai btw how should I keep it wired mines a jade bonsai I planted it yesterday
@@notionbonsai and can you give me some tips to help it
Adam? I got 2 junipers and trying to turn them into bonsai, but i have them indoors. I know they are for outdoors, but I’m curious if I can use something to help it grow inside for 2 years, when I’ll move to a house from appartment.
Hey! While junipers are typically best suited for outdoor conditions, it is possible to keep them indoors temporarily with proper care. To help your junipers grow indoors, provide them with as much direct sunlight as possible, maintain suitable temperature and humidity levels, ensure proper air circulation, water them carefully and fertilize them regularly.
However, it's important to understand that Junipers thrive in outdoor environments and may not reach their full potential or long-term health if kept indoors for an extended period. Anyone I have heard that kept Juniper indoors it has unfortunately died on them. A Ficus is a great species for indoor Bonsai! Hope this helps!
@@notionbonsai Thank you!! It does!
Great presentation! Thanks for sharing!
Hey! Thank you for watching 😄
Amazing video wow
Hi, I am new to bonsai care. I received one as a gift , I believe it is a juniper and everything I read says it cannot grow indoors. My question is ...can I put it in a bonsai pot and place it outside, bringing it in if temps go below freezing?
Thank you
This was very helpful, thanks and cheers
Nice explanation for beginners.
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are there any scented trees that you can reccomend for beginners
I think the Picea / Dwarf alberta Spruce is nice!
Could you make a video on soil types and in which scenarios you would use xyz soil over zyx soil
Great idea! I will have to plan this video in the future as there can be many variables to soil types!!
@@notionbonsai yea for sure. Love the vids, keep it up 💪🏽
great video
Thanks!
Hey did you keep the same soil?
I have a Dawn Redwood.
Nice!
nice tie dye! :D
Thanks! 😄
How long do you leave on the wire on a young 🌳
for young material like in the video, you can remove it 6-10 weeks
HELLO ADAM. I HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL. I HAD A QUESTION I WANTED TO ASK YOU. I HAVE SEEN WHERE PEOPLE WILL GET A JUNIPER FROM A GARDEN CENTER AND GO FROM THE GARDEN CENTER POT TO A TRAINING POT THEN TO A CERAMIC POT. IS IT OK TO GO FROM THE GARDEN CENTER POT DIRECTLY TO A CERAMIC POT.
It is yeah! As long as the pot is big enough to sustain the tree and you are not removing too much roots at once to fit it into the pot. 🤗
Why do you do you put wires around the tree? How does it effect how it grows?
Young tree branches grow upwards, to recreate the appearance of older trees, branches that sweep down are achieved thru wiring. In time the branch will be set in this position
@davidlangdon9653 Ah, I had no idea! Now, thanks to you, I do.
Tysm chief
You are welcome!
Good video, very down to earth in Irish fashion, no mystery stuff. But question. If there are no bonsai seeds, which there is not, we know. Whatever works for you etc What is so special about "bonsai scissors"?? Haha just kidding mate. Enjoy your hobby.
That's a lovely accent you have. New Jersey?
You have an accent-where are you from? Great video.
Hey! I am from Northern Ireland 😊🪴
Ive been yoinking saplings from moms property for bonsai trees 😂 pretty sure she laughs whenever i leave with trees in her used plastic cups because i never think to bring pots 😭
So far I have one tree that actually somewhat looks like a bonsai and a few other works in progress that are really young.
I mostly target invasive/non-native species but I do have a couple pines that would of otherwise died because the building they were growing by is going to be demolished.
So.. no fertilizer is required at all?
Hey! After 3 weeks when the tree settles into the pot you can then begin to fertilise. I recommend a high nitrogen fertiliser for the growing season 🤗
Alter du siehst ja selber aus wie ein Bonsai 🤣 verrückt.
Danke 😂
this is scary what if it died