Sir, you said you didn't want to bore us by removing stray branches. Sir, it is interesting to watch your techniques even on "boring" activities. Your confident methods are instructive. Thank you.
peter chan Hello, I need some help. Instead of sphagnum moss, I used regular soil instead. It has been a week and my juniperus pine leaves seems to be turning black and drying up. What should I do?
I love this video especially because of the two year example towards the end. Seeing an example of the final product really aids the viewer in understanding why certain parts of the process had to take place. Thank you!
17:26 Beautiful. And that thing about bending the large branches by laying it flat to make your "future trees" was a nice trick. I had no idea that it could be done like that.
AMAZING skill!!! I bought your books when they came out years ago. As a retail nursery owner, I helped people dabble in bonsai and encouraged them to buy your books. This was pre-internet. Life got busy with family, work demands and over time I lost you. Now, 20+ years later and retired, I stumble on to your youtube site. Wow, this gentleman is great at bonsai, I kept thinking, after prolonged feasting on your site. Then I saw the video with you and your book! It's him!!! Like meeting up with an old friend! Through the years, it was you that set me on the bonsai path and what a joy it has been and still is. Though I do not strive for ultimate perfection, there is the continuing joy involved in finding a neglected plant and helping it become something of beauty. I haven't found the old books, though they are packed away as treasured for another day...when I retire... But, though they rest....I have found you the 'bringer of joy'. For that I humbly. "Thank you, so very much"!
Hello Mr. Heron & all others reading this post..i am beginner at Bonsai, having on;y Seriously begun 3 years ago..as a small child, i 'sort of' began making them at age 4 and continued them up to my teens..made random rock gardens and had a few stunted trees do very well...only pines would do well in my haphazard moss gardens though....i had nothing that i could use as pots so they had to be done & cared for in the ground, thus the multitude of all shapes of rocks......i am so Grateful for having found your channel, sir.....always felt it should be relatively easy & inexpensive...and you have shown us it is...Thank You & blessings on You & Your Family
Thank you for posting this video. People saying NO is what has always stopped me from trying bonsai. Whenever I would reach for a tree someone would say, "No, you don't want that one. It's no good for bonsai." It convinced I have no eye for bonsai. You've given me courage to try. Thank you so much.
WOW! So much wisdom for life in this art. My first time watching anything about Bonsai and I am blown away by the nuggets of wisdom and life principles from you Peter. #SoulBonsai...who knew?! Thank you for growing me.
The man is a magician! I saw him break the tree and I was like " Awwww...... God help the tree," I was worried if it'd will ever survive, but the ending is a work of art I can't wait to see the update. Very Excited !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is by far my favorite video of yours. Its amazing to see such a violent looking process of snapping branches and ripping roots, turn into something so beautiful.
Thank you Mr. Chan. Your videos, like your books, are always full of wonderful, and actually useful, information! So glad you started a TH-cam channel 😃
Hi@@MrGhostsword - I have written 9 books. First one was written in 1984 and the most recent one was 2014. If you search Google - Peter Chan bonsaI BOOKS. they will be listed there OK. A very good book is my 'Bonsai Masterclass' (written in '87) . Most of my books are in 7 or 8 languages.
This was really amazing to watch. I feel a lot of times, I know how the tree is going to get styled. This one was so incredibly different. True living, beautiful art. Would love to see an update now that we are in 2020.
All jokes aside. This is definitely advanced work. And a Masterpiece again. I just return from collecting many excellent future Bonsai Trees from the forest in Michigan that were in the middle, and sides of logging roads . Some getting ran over by vehicles. They were perfect, small , twisted, gracefully curved seedlings, and old stunted, dwarfed trees. I also collected moss, and interesting stones. I made My own Bonsai soil mix, tool kit, rotating stand out of an old office chair, and started My first Bonsai trees. I plan to post My progress on My channel , along with My Koi pond on My channel "Grow 4 Survival " on You tube. I really Love Bonsai Trees, and The Art of creating them. Thank You Peter, You are an Excellent Brother, and Artist. I pray that Your name, and Your art be passed on to My Great Grand Children's Children Forever as a Family tradition , May You be Loved, Respected, and Honored. Blessings to You, and Your Family.......Joshua Seven Thunders///////
I've just got into bonsai, I'm a nobody from B.C Canada who loves plants and wants to spread the knowledge of common sense. I love this, it has inspired me to start working A.S.A.P
Sir , you are a genius. I had to repeatedly watch this video to understand what you were trying to create. I surely would want to be updated about this creation. Amazing.
You Sir, made a Silk purse out of a sow's ear. Superb and truly inspirational video. It's a joy to watch you work. You are confident and not afraid to hack at it and know it will root and grow. Fantastic
This was quite amazing, an incredible way to see how you can turn junk to a piece of art. And he show "how is done" sawing, trumping, bending....som other bonsai video are like a surgical procedure.
Simply amazing! I never knew such a thing (a raft) could even be done. Trees are so amazing and versatile. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom with the rest of us. Many thanks.
This video was fascinating. I would never have figured to turn that tree into a raft/forest. An instant result and powerful visual impact. Genius creation and solution. Love this channel and the wisdom you share. Thanks for reigniting my interest in bonsai. Kind regards and much respect.
This is the most incredible thing I've ever seen. I never imagined that this could be done and how amazing it looks. Mr. Chan, you are really a great artist and a big inspiration. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with all of us. I wish you all the best!
Great video! I would never have guessed that result from that tree. You have an aggressive approach on your trees (would have been scared if you were my doctor or dentist🤣) guess that comes with the experience 😊👌🏼 Thankful for the educational videos.
Yes other videos say OH don't hurt the roots, he yanks out the oak, throws it aside and says that will be bonsai tomorrow, I think like children, plants are tough
@@TheFreak111 many? He has decades of experience. He learned in China and India, he is a multiple golden award bonsai winner, he has written multiple bonsai books. Peter chan is a true master of the art.
@@CaptainPupu well many years means a lot of years right? Decades are a lot of years, at least to me. So we say the same thing. Why are trying to make it look like I don't do him justice.
WOW! That is amazing! You're a true artist! I love the way you completely transformed that plant! I never knew that anything like that was possible to do the way that you did.
It is AMAZING and so INSPIRING, all the way down into my SOUL to see him moving so quickly, fluidly, and precisely -and with such apparent ease and comfort! I'm sure that this calling my spirit has been getting toward making a bonsai is the right one to act on next. It's not "container farming" per se, and my rheumatoid arthritis might keep getting better if I bonsai a lychee and other plants known for their beneficial health and wellness qualities. I hope the seeds I've been germinating birth a few strong planes, no matter what. At the very least, even if I were to fail, I would want to give some sprouts away to the elderly ladies out here that religiously visit the food banks.
Truly a master at work. And I agree that nothing is impossible, things just need to be visioned in a different mind. It will be interesting to see how this tree adapts to it's new form.
I didn't see that coming until you laid it down and then I immediately recognized this method as a surgery of sorts. scaring up the length of the tree is like cutting a fresh and healthy edge of skin to 'sew' it to another side. the roots will become like the stitches that hold the "was" trunk to the ground as the foundation of the forest. Amazing!
Really impressive, which is amazing for letting tree trust your surgery to be still able to survive. it is creative to utilize the material not waste at all.
I have some neglected trees laying around You have inspired me to take care of them with your confidence and such an aggressive way of handling your trees.
Did this master really just create 3 master pieces out of one tree?? That's what you call raw talent and creative,,,. Mindfulness,, and just a few minutes ago I was looking at a dead tree..
So now that I have finished the video. I am so astounded by the results! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful talent and knowledge with all of us! You are a great instructor aswell!
I have always been fascinated with bonsai since I was little, I have many plants which may be considered involuntarily bonsai...meaning I have purposely neglected, yet cared for the plants since I was in high school, and I am now 40 years old and still have a few of these plants. Quite a few have been cuttings from other plants which have grown then died at the base, yet still had viable stems. One would be my many Aloe Cilarius - probably not right spelling - which I have had for at least 30 years. Many others are Jade plants, Kalanchoe, Sanseveria, and my latest projects are avocado and lavender. I don't look like someone who would be interested in horticulture, yet I believe it to be in my blood. All I'm saying is this is very satisfying to watch...another person well versed in the interest, care and love of horticulture. An added bonus is the fact that this man is a British Asian, a combination of outstanding intelligence, personality and experience. I just love the accent, it is like butter to the ears. Thank you sir for this awesome video, and pardon my long-windedness. ;)
You are a magician that transformed this tree into a magnificent raft bonsai! I'm so grateful for your for your expertise and knowledge and that you are sharing it. Thank you so much. Phil
Priceless video showing a true Master sharing with all. The attack was brutal and successful. Have subscribed for more. When my wife watches this she will understand why my chainsaw technique trimming general garden shrubs etc brings them on stronger. Back to our few bonsai plants and impossible ones to do. Thank you "Mr Chan" from Ross & Leonie
Thats amazing very Knowledgeable ..ive been watching a few videos about bonsai and i dont need keep needing to look for advice i just look on heron. Seems very wise and i trust his abvice ..
What a wonderful idea. I'll have to try this once I'm more experienced, though I'm likely going to try to air layer the new roots before attempting the raft proper.
Guys , is it just me? Been watching a lot of bonsai videos. Now when I go outside, I keep staring at trees, seeing bonsai everywhere.
Thats what I have always done. Even when driving - nearly ended up in the hedge on a few occasions!
Yep, makes bike rides really enjoyable.
It not only you, Daniel-san
Yeah same here, bonsai literally gave me a whole new way of viewing the world
Me too!
Sir, you said you didn't want to bore us by removing stray branches. Sir, it is interesting to watch your techniques even on "boring" activities. Your confident methods are instructive. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind feedback
I second this!
Very Interesting. Don't skip any part please.
peter chan Hello, I need some help. Instead of sphagnum moss, I used regular soil instead. It has been a week and my juniperus pine leaves seems to be turning black and drying up. What should I do?
You should do these “shipwreck to masterpiece” more often.
Very inspirational.
I love this video especially because of the two year example towards the end. Seeing an example of the final product really aids the viewer in understanding why certain parts of the process had to take place. Thank you!
17:26 Beautiful. And that thing about bending the large branches by laying it flat to make your "future trees" was a nice trick. I had no idea that it could be done like that.
AMAZING skill!!! I bought your books when they came out years ago. As a retail nursery owner, I helped people dabble in bonsai and encouraged them to buy your books. This was pre-internet. Life got busy with family, work demands and over time I lost you. Now, 20+ years later and retired, I stumble on to your youtube site. Wow, this gentleman is great at bonsai, I kept thinking, after prolonged feasting on your site. Then I saw the video with you and your book! It's him!!! Like meeting up with an old friend! Through the years, it was you that set me on the bonsai path and what a joy it has been and still is. Though I do not strive for ultimate perfection, there is the continuing joy involved in finding a neglected plant and helping it become something of beauty. I haven't found the old books, though they are packed away as treasured for another day...when I retire... But, though they rest....I have found you the 'bringer of joy'. For that I humbly. "Thank you, so very much"!
I hope you do an update on this, super interested in this tree.
Yes please!
I am going to do a video updating all the projects I did. Will come out at the end of April
@@peterchan3100 thank you so much. I love your videos and channel and think it's one of the best on TH-cam
Yes your videos are inspiring. Thank you for sharing!
update wait next two years
Hello Mr. Heron & all others reading this post..i am beginner at Bonsai, having on;y Seriously begun 3 years ago..as a small child, i 'sort of' began making them at age 4 and continued them up to my teens..made random rock gardens and had a few stunted trees do very well...only pines would do well in my haphazard moss gardens though....i had nothing that i could use as pots so they had to be done & cared for in the ground, thus the multitude of all shapes of rocks......i am so Grateful for having found your channel, sir.....always felt it should be relatively easy & inexpensive...and you have shown us it is...Thank You & blessings on You & Your Family
Thank you for posting this video. People saying NO is what has always stopped me from trying bonsai. Whenever I would reach for a tree someone would say, "No, you don't want that one. It's no good for bonsai." It convinced I have no eye for bonsai. You've given me courage to try. Thank you so much.
It will never cease to amaze me at just how resilient plants are
Saw's it, curb stomps its. The subtle art of Bonsai. love this channel.
WOW! So much wisdom for life in this art. My first time watching anything about Bonsai and I am blown away by the nuggets of wisdom and life principles from you Peter. #SoulBonsai...who knew?! Thank you for growing me.
Good end result and the rafts look great.
The man is a magician! I saw him break the tree and I was like " Awwww...... God help the tree," I was worried if it'd will ever survive, but the ending is a work of art I can't wait to see the update. Very Excited !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Parts of this process seem so brutal, yet the end results show the understanding and knowledge of the craft. Astoundingly beautiful.
Brutal is the exact word I was thinking while watching this; bonsai is a delicately brutal art
Beautiful. Seeing beauty in what seems worthless is a gift from God.
I think the “impossible “ material sometimes adds so much character to the final piece...?
Beautiful work!
This is by far my favorite video of yours. Its amazing to see such a violent looking process of snapping branches and ripping roots, turn into something so beautiful.
Thank you Mr. Chan. Your videos, like your books, are always full of wonderful, and actually useful, information! So glad you started a TH-cam channel 😃
Thank you. I never thought people would find them useful but now I know.
Mr. Chan, what is the name of your book?
Hi@@MrGhostsword - I have written 9 books. First one was written in 1984 and the most recent one was 2014. If you search Google - Peter Chan bonsaI BOOKS. they will be listed there OK. A very good book is my 'Bonsai Masterclass' (written in '87) . Most of my books are in 7 or 8 languages.
@@peterchan3100 thanks a lot.. found them. :) will buy a few when in the UK
You’re a genius! I’m so inspired to start growing Bonsai.
This was really amazing to watch. I feel a lot of times, I know how the tree is going to get styled. This one was so incredibly different. True living, beautiful art. Would love to see an update now that we are in 2020.
All jokes aside. This is definitely advanced work. And a Masterpiece again. I just return from collecting many excellent future Bonsai Trees from the forest in Michigan that were in the middle, and sides of logging roads . Some getting ran over by vehicles. They were perfect, small , twisted, gracefully curved seedlings, and old stunted, dwarfed trees. I also collected moss, and interesting stones. I made My own Bonsai soil mix, tool kit, rotating stand out of an old office chair, and started My first Bonsai trees. I plan to post My progress on My channel , along with My Koi pond on My channel "Grow 4 Survival " on You tube. I really Love Bonsai Trees, and The Art of creating them. Thank You Peter, You are an Excellent Brother, and Artist. I pray that Your name, and Your art be passed on to My Great Grand Children's Children Forever as a Family tradition , May You be Loved, Respected, and Honored. Blessings to You, and Your Family.......Joshua Seven Thunders///////
I've been attempting bonsai for over 10 years. Making this a forest is genius from what he had to work with. Love this channel.
I've just got into bonsai, I'm a nobody from B.C Canada who loves plants and wants to spread the knowledge of common sense. I love this, it has inspired me to start working A.S.A.P
You have such a wealth of material in BC. Just do it. More practice and you will become better
...but you're not a nobody. You're someone who appreciates someone's skill and lets them know and you have a love and respect of nature.
Sir , you are a genius. I had to repeatedly watch this video to understand what you were trying to create. I surely would want to be updated about this creation. Amazing.
You Sir, made a Silk purse out of a sow's ear.
Superb and truly inspirational video. It's a joy to watch you work. You are confident and not afraid to hack at it and know it will root and grow. Fantastic
This was quite amazing, an incredible way to see how you can turn junk to a piece of art.
And he show "how is done" sawing, trumping, bending....som other bonsai video are like a surgical procedure.
You might want to reconsider the usage of the word 'junk' every tree or plant is an incredible piece of nature.
A True Master, so beautiful. Thank you for your inspiration!!
Incredible. Thank you Peter. I so enjoy your videos. Thank you! Great job with the person filming too.
Simply amazing! I never knew such a thing (a raft) could even be done. Trees are so amazing and versatile. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom with the rest of us. Many thanks.
This video was fascinating. I would never have figured to turn that tree into a raft/forest. An instant result and powerful visual impact. Genius creation and solution. Love this channel and the wisdom you share. Thanks for reigniting my interest in bonsai. Kind regards and much respect.
This is the most incredible thing I've ever seen. I never imagined that this could be done and how amazing it looks.
Mr. Chan, you are really a great artist and a big inspiration. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with all of us. I wish you all the best!
Great video! I would never have guessed that result from that tree. You have an aggressive approach on your trees (would have been scared if you were my doctor or dentist🤣) guess that comes with the experience 😊👌🏼 Thankful for the educational videos.
Yes other videos say OH don't hurt the roots, he yanks out the oak, throws it aside and says that will be bonsai tomorrow, I think like children, plants are tough
That was also what I thought because of his approach, this man must have many years of experience.
@@TheFreak111 many? He has decades of experience. He learned in China and India, he is a multiple golden award bonsai winner, he has written multiple bonsai books. Peter chan is a true master of the art.
@@CaptainPupu well many years means a lot of years right? Decades are a lot of years, at least to me. So we say the same thing. Why are trying to make it look like I don't do him justice.
@@TheFreak111 many < decades. Most people will take decades the bigger word.
Regardless, he does have many years of experience.
It's such a joy to watch you work Peter :) thank you for inviting us along!
WOW! That is amazing! You're a true artist! I love the way you completely transformed that plant!
I never knew that anything like that was possible to do the way that you did.
It is AMAZING and so INSPIRING, all the way down into my SOUL to see him moving so quickly, fluidly, and precisely -and with such apparent ease and comfort! I'm sure that this calling my spirit has been getting toward making a bonsai is the right one to act on next. It's not "container farming" per se, and my rheumatoid arthritis might keep getting better if I bonsai a lychee and other plants known for their beneficial health and wellness qualities. I hope the seeds I've been germinating birth a few strong planes, no matter what. At the very least, even if I were to fail, I would want to give some sprouts away to the elderly ladies out here that religiously visit the food banks.
wow i am amazed. i never thought he would lie it on it's side to create a mini forest of trees!! stunning
Truly a master at work. And I agree that nothing is impossible, things just need to be visioned in a different mind. It will be interesting to see how this tree adapts to it's new form.
Amazing! Without this video, I've wouldn't thought of this option! Thank you!
This is the most inspirational bonsai video I have ever seen. I’m not a bonsais traditionalist, so I find forest bonsai to be very appealing
I've been binge watching your videos and this one's the most impressive transformation I've seen!
So interesting and thank you for the video! I love that you are showing everyone not to be afraid of making the tree your work for you.
I didn't see that coming until you laid it down and then I immediately recognized this method as a surgery of sorts. scaring up the length of the tree is like cutting a fresh and healthy edge of skin to 'sew' it to another side. the roots will become like the stitches that hold the "was" trunk to the ground as the foundation of the forest. Amazing!
こんにちは。日本からです。こんな方法があったんですね！素晴らしい！
Hello. from Japan. There was a way like this! Great!
Really impressive, which is amazing for letting tree trust your surgery to be still able to survive. it is creative to utilize the material not waste at all.
From just a scrap to a masterpiece for me.
Thank you for getting us the confident that nothing is impossible to achieve.
I have some neglected trees laying around
You have inspired me to take care of them with your confidence and such an aggressive way of handling your trees.
The way he was extracting the seedling, showed me that you dont rly need to shy away from little bit drastic root pruning, thanks
Thank you for showing your talent. You are a Master Artist.
Did this master really just create 3 master pieces out of one tree?? That's what you call raw talent and creative,,,. Mindfulness,, and just a few minutes ago I was looking at a dead tree..
Considering what you started off with the result is absolutely jaw-dropping. Bravo maestro!
This was a brilliant idea to make a forest of it! I like the result a lot.
Oh. This was indeed difficult. Incredible results. You are so immensely talented at this. Love watching these videos.
Beautiful work.
So now that I have finished the video. I am so astounded by the results! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful talent and knowledge with all of us! You are a great instructor aswell!
I have always been fascinated with bonsai since I was little, I have many plants which may be considered involuntarily bonsai...meaning I have purposely neglected, yet cared for the plants since I was in high school, and I am now 40 years old and still have a few of these plants. Quite a few have been cuttings from other plants which have grown then died at the base, yet still had viable stems. One would be my many Aloe Cilarius - probably not right spelling - which I have had for at least 30 years. Many others are Jade plants, Kalanchoe, Sanseveria, and my latest projects are avocado and lavender. I don't look like someone who would be interested in horticulture, yet I believe it to be in my blood. All I'm saying is this is very satisfying to watch...another person well versed in the interest, care and love of horticulture. An added bonus is the fact that this man is a British Asian, a combination of outstanding intelligence, personality and experience. I just love the accent, it is like butter to the ears.
Thank you sir for this awesome video, and pardon my long-windedness. ;)
This was incredible. Really magnificent transformation. Bravo.
great videos Mr. Chan...keep them coming...
Can we get an update on the oak tree seedling bonsai?
Yes, please!
Wow! What a transformation! Really a piece of art!
You're so creative with your technique, anyone else would've just thrown it out!
This is awesome ! I'm impressed and cannot stop wondering how a person can think in so many different ways !
You are a magician that transformed this tree into a magnificent raft bonsai! I'm so grateful for your for your expertise and knowledge and that you are sharing it. Thank you so much. Phil
Your approach, style and calm knowledge is so inspiring. Thank you for teaching us. I finally found a teacher I can learn from
Pretty amazing technique. I like the forest style bonsai a lot.
Simply astounding!
Fantastic .
Every day's a school day.
Thank You.
Sou seu Fã! Sua criatividade mim inspira. Excelente trabalho!
absolutely fabulous work! Thankyou so much for all the effort to make such a well described video!
Priceless video showing a true Master sharing with all. The attack was brutal and successful. Have subscribed for more. When my wife watches this she will understand why my chainsaw technique trimming general garden shrubs etc brings them on stronger. Back to our few bonsai plants and impossible ones to do. Thank you "Mr Chan" from Ross & Leonie
Thats amazing very Knowledgeable ..ive been watching a few videos about bonsai and i dont need keep needing to look for advice i just look on heron. Seems very wise and i trust his abvice ..
Absolutely wonderful!!! Thanks so much for sharing
Amazing, love watching you work and how you give such an in depth explanation of what you're doing..... Thanks
I love all your videos, Please don’t stop making them you bring a lot of knowledge to me :) greetings from USA fl !
`Thank you. I never liked doing videos but feedback from kind people like you has changed my mind.
I would have never ever thought this possible. Thank you!
Your videos are so informative and inspiring. Thanks.
Incredible work!
Love this! So educational and inspirational.
What a wonderful idea. I'll have to try this once I'm more experienced, though I'm likely going to try to air layer the new roots before attempting the raft proper.
Who could have thought like that,Once again as always,sir,you are brilliant.
Absolutely sensational. Thank you for sharing your progress. ❤️💪🏼😎👍🏼
Very interesting and inspiring, thank you!
Absolutely fascinating and amazing to watch.
Wow,unbelieveable!
thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!
Mr. Chan, we love it! 🌲🌳🌱
So Beautiful So Creative, Amazing 💖💖💖💖
Beautiful. Fantastic idea.
Wow!!! Learned so much about trees from this video :-)
look at that! well done sir quite a vision you had there
Absolutely love your work! So creative. Hope to see an update in a few years.
Amazing. Just utterly amazing. Super skill.
Wow, this video basically blew my mind. Thank you, sir!
You are truly an artist with this beautiful bonsai thank you for sharing your expertise. I am in awe.
1:04 Hahaha exactly my thoughts whenever I find a sapling somewhere!
Peter you never cease to amaze me you literally are my bonsai master… ps I received my soil mix thank you👍🏻
Wow, I wasn't expecting that at all. Amazing work.
Magnificent, thank you for supplying generous inspiration.
That is an amazing transformation!
I know nothing about bonsai , but sir you are a magician .a friend gave me a tiny yew tree ,so I’m just starting ! Oh well from little acorns 🤗🤗