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.
The mystery of Japanese maples shifting leaf colours in summer
In the Kisetsu-en bonsai collection, there are several pieces of the beloved Japanese maple, Acer palmatum . They all have slightly different habits of leaf development in spring and some colours up differently in…
Timeline for preparing bonsai for exhibit
Years ago, I remember pulling trees off the bench for their final prep ahead of a Bay Island Bonsai exhibit when I started thinking about what trees I’d show the following year. We had a rule in the club that we…
Cryptomeria progression (Japanese cedar Bonsai) #bonsai
We transform this Cedar Bonsai (Cryptomeria) in this short video. Subscribe now to see future updates! Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by…
Bjorn Bjorholm creates a BIG pine Bonsai
This demo took place early 2024 at the UBE Bonsai event in Spain. Bjorn styled this thick-trunked Pine tree. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses,…
Yellow Needles On Conifers: Trouble?
This is a common worry, so if you’ve worried about it, you’re not alone. Mountain Hemlock as an example, though what we’ll talk about can be applied to many conifers. The newer needles are pale, which indicates…
How to repot a Ficus Bonsai
In this video we'll repot a Ficus Bonsai and also prune it to maintain its shape. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For…
Experience Japanese Culture, Gardens & Bonsai In A Small Group
Have you ever considered to visit the Japan bonsai community and to experience Japanese culture? Here is your opportunity to experience the Taikan Bonsai Exhibition, visit private bonsai collections, and Kyoto gardens.…
Cork oak branch development
Healthy oaks can grow quickly in spring. When the spring flush hardens off, it’s a good time to prune. Cork oak – container by Sara Rayner I last worked on the tree in August. Because it’s grown so much since then, I…
Shade Cloth Part II: What Color?
Most shade cloth is black. But there is also green. Red. Grey. White. Silver. And we might wonder, there a difference, other than looks? A few experiments have shown that shade cloth color can influence plant growth.…
Bonsai display Live Q&A
Thursday at 8 PM (UTC +2) Copenhagen time, the monthly Live Q&A on Zoom is focused on two main questions. You are still welcome to add your questions, but we will use some time on the two main subjects. Question one is…
Stunning small Pine Bonsai creation #bonsai #diy #craft
Watch how we transform this Pine nursery stock into a great Shohin sized Bonsai tree! The full video will soon be available in 4K so make sure to subscribe now! Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider…
Mame bonsai is fun
The smallest bonsai is categorized as Shohin bonsai and a subcategory is Mame (bean) bonsai, only measuring up to 10 cm / 4 Inches. Shohin bonsai measures a maximum of 20cm/10 inches from the rim of the pot to the top…
Wisteria Bonsai
Wisteria creates an outstanding splash of color in the spring garden with their sweet fragrance, especially when trained for bonsai. The autumn season brings a clear yellow foliage display. There are two main species…
Bonsai from a Thyme plant?!
These Thyme plants are widely available in supermarkets and garden centers - but do they make nice Bonsai trees? In this video Oscar styles this cheap thyme (about 10 USD) into a little Bonsai tree. A lot is pruned of,…
Making a Cherry Bonsai tree #cherry #cherryblossom #bonsai
In this short video we show how to style a Cherry Bonsai (Sakura bonsai) over the course of 12 months time. Full video soon on our youtube channel. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in…
Trimming leaves and flowers on bonsai
The summer is here in a moment. Although the calendar mentions spring as the official season now the weather says summer, which influences the growth of the bonsai. Japanese maples Especially Japanese maples are a…
Shade Cloth Part 1: A Sliding Scale
Years ago in the bonsai garden I put up what I thought was the best guess for shade cloth: 30%, meaning, 70% of the light passed through. After several years it was apparent that was not enough, and we switched it with…
Bonsai in Ueno park in Tokyo
One of my friends who is not a bonsai man is in Japan to visit family who stay there for a period to study. He always sends me pictures when he stumbles upon bonsai wherever he is. This time Preben and his wife Kirsten…
Bonsai Museum Luis Vallejo
This incredible collection of Bonsai belongs to mr. Luis Vallejo, a well known landscape designer based in Madrid. The Bonsai Museum showcases his personal bonsai collection, which is likely the best outside of Japan.…
Stunning Bonsai trees #bonsai #nature #miniature
Enjoy the stunning Bonsai Museum of Luis Vallejo, located in Spain (part 2) Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the…
World Bonsai Day Reflections #shorts #bonsai
During his six-year apprenticeship with Bonsai Master Masahiko Kimura, Ryan Neil experienced profound transformations—reshaping his view of bonsai from mere art to a reflection of personal and creative growth. World…
Old Study Suggests Plastic Wrap Closes Wounds
Passing on here a study of wound closure from the 1970’s by one of the great arboriculturists, Alex Shigo. I wish to thank local arborist Rick Till for bringing it to my attention. Alex Shigo Shigo applied both clear…
Yannick Kiggen styles an Olive Bonsai
This Olive tree was styled by Yannick Kiggen during the Trophy 2024, Belgium. This was just a first styling and the tree will be worked on again soon. Also, Andres Bicocca will work on the deadwood later. Serious about…
A two-year air-layer project
Two years ago, I picked up a field-grown Korean hornbeam salvaged from the fire that struck Telperion Farms in 2020. The tree had a fun trunk but there was room to improve the roots so I started an air-layer. After…