Spotted in the Wild
Historical Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and RSS posts previously curated by the club (2017–present). Not authored by the club — preserved here since the original source feeds no longer carry this history.
Bonsai techniques: Sunlight requirements of Bonsai by Jelle Ferwerda
In this video, Jelle Ferwerda talks about how much sunlight is required by different species of Bonsai. The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey,…
Exotic Plants, Art, and the Hustle with The Plant Daddies
From slangin’ exotic plants out of the back of a Lexus to architecting a budding plant-centered design movement taking southern California by storm, the Plant Daddies are a breath of fresh air and inspiration. Leaning…
Masahiko Kimura's legendary #bonsai #garden near #tokyo #japan #bonsaitree
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Bonsai techniques: Bonsai in the Tropics by Nacho Marin
In this video, Nacho Marin answers the question; Can Japanese classic Bonsai tree species be grown in the tropics? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your…
Nitrogen and Trees with Meghan Midgley
What happens when trees are confronted with rapidly changing conditions in their environment? Do some trees suffer? Do others thrive? What causes this to occur, and can we use this information to create a more…
Bonsai techniques: Ficus Bonsai care tips (indoor bonsai) by Peter Chan
In this video, Peter Chan talks about the topic; How to best care for a Ficus bonsai (and other indoor bonsai)? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning…
Bonsai techniques: growing Juniper bonsai from cuttings by Valentin Brose
In this video, Valentin Brose answers the question; How can I grow juniper bonsai from cuttings? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey,…
Shanti Bithi: The Path of Peace
On a recent trip to the East Coast to retrieve the last of the original Kingsville Boxwoods grown for bonsai in the fields of Shanti Bithi, one of the most iconic bonsai operations in North America, we sat down with…
A tint of Vermilion with Irene Taylor
Irene Taylor is an award-winning documentary film director known for her intense pursuit of human stories that often push her films and their viewers to the edge of beauty and emotion. Irene’s film Leave No Trace broke…
Hornbeam Hysteria with Brandon Roberts and Brock Arvesen
In recent years Hornbeams have grown in appreciation within the bonsai realm. Yet, the more we love them, the fewer we see of them. This, like many topics, has been bouncing around the workshop at Mirai lately. So, on a…
Bonsai Time with Kevin Faris and Ryan Huston
There’s getting to know someone for the first time and the unveiling of personal stories and background that come with introductions; call it a familiarization of sorts. And then there are discussions with old friends…
Tradman's Bonsai #store #bonsai #tradman #japan #tokyo #marunouchi #bonsaitree
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Bonsai techniques: Literati design tips (Bunjin) by Shinji Suzuki
In this video, Shinji Suzuki talks about perhaps the most stunning bonsai style (and most challenging) - the Bunjin style (Literati). The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To…
Artist Residency: Triskele Collective at Bonsai Mirai | Bristlecone to Kiln
Triskele Collective x Bonsai Mirai: wood-fired bonsai ceramics inspired by ancient bristlecone pines (White Mountains + Yosemite). A residency with Tom Benda, Andrew Pearson, and Thor Holvila, guided by Ryan Neil,…
Bonsai techniques: Reducing leaf size on Bonsai by Rafael Torres
In this video, Rafael Torres answers the question; How to reduce the size of leafs on a Bonsai? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey, consider…
Bonsai techniques: Growing Maple bonsai from cuttings by Nik Rozman
In this video, Nik Rozman talks about growing Maple bonsai from Cuttings. The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey, consider enrolling in one of…
Amazing Bonsai #miniature #art #livingart #bonsai #tree
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Taikanten Bonsai exhibition 2025, Kyoto
The long-format video of the Taikan-ten 2025, held in November in Kyoto. The Taikanten is one of Japan's leading Bonsai exhibitions, with an incredibly high level of Bonsai trees on display. The best of show is awarded…
Bonsai techniques: Backbudding on Pine Bonsai by Koji Hiramatsu
In this video, Koji Hiramatsu talks about how to get bonsai pines to back bud. The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey, consider enrolling in one…
Winning Bonsai trees #ppbi #wbff #bonsai #bonsaiempire
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Bonsai techniques: Backbudding in Bonsai by Heike van Gunst
In this video, Heike van Gunst answers the question: how to get a bonsai to grow new buds and branches in specific places? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your…
Bonsai techniques: Bonsai substrates (for specific tree species) by Mauro Stemberger
In this video, Mauro Stemberger answers the question: What soil mixes are best for development and refinement for popular bonsai species? The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th…
Bonsai techniques: Developing Pine Bonsai from scratch by Jonas Dupuich
In this video, Jonas Dupuich talks about how to develop a pine bonsai from scratch. The video is part of a video series to celebrate Bonsai Empire's 25th anniversary. To boost your learning journey, consider enrolling…
Transforming Korean Hornbeam: Cutback, Wiring, Ramification (Long-Form Lesson)
Korean hornbeam (Carpinus turczaninowii) bonsai progression—a full, 1h19m working session charting a tree’s recovery, structural reset, and refined design. We cover collaborative problem-solving, branch adjustment…