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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

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

In bonsai, health is not a given—it’s a cultivated state, nurtured through observation, intuition, and the ability to respond to subtle shifts in a tree’s condition. Pests, disease, and nutrition aren’t separate subjects to memorize, they’re threads in the larger tapestry of tree vitality. This lecture invites you to move beyond reactive care and into a deeper relationship with your trees, where you don’t just treat symptoms, you understand systems. By learning to identify patterns of imbalance and trace them back to their roots, you begin to speak the language of health. This isn’t about mastering a checklist of treatments—it’s about developing the ability to see clearly, interpret wisely, and act with precision. In doing so, you move closer to the true art of bonsai: co-creating with life itself. Continue your bonsai journey with us: Explore in-depth education, mobile app, and a global community at Mirai Live: https://live.bonsaimirai.com/

When it comes to bonsai, selecting the right tree species for your local climate is key to success. Bonsai trees thrive in regions that suit the natural environmental needs of specific tree species — whether it’s the cold winters of temperate climates or the warmth of tropical zones. In this video, we’ll explore the best bonsai species for various climate zones and regions across North America, Europe, Asia & Oceania, and Latin America. 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 Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:38 - Temperate Climates 2:16 - Mediterranean and Warm-Temperate Climates 4:24 - Tropical and Subtropical Climates 5:55 - Arid and Desert Climates Best Bonsai tree species for temperate climates: Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) Azalea Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) Juniper (Juniperus) European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Japanese elm (Zelkova) Pines (like Pinus mugo) Wisteria Spruce (Picea) Best Bonsai Species for Mediterranean and Warm-Temperate Climates: Olive (Olea europaea) Bougainvillea Pomegranate (Punica granatum) Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) Juniper (Juniperus spp.) Buxus (Boxwood) Pines (like Pinus halepensis) Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) Best Bonsai Species for Tropical Climates: Ficus Retusa and Benjamina (Chinese Banyan) Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree) Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) Fukien tea (Carmona) Serissa (Serissa foetida) Corypha Palm (Corypha umbraculifera) Plumeria (Frangipani) Best Bonsai Species to be kept indoors: Ficus Retusa and Benjamina (Chinese Banyan) Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree) Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) Fukien tea (Carmona) Best Bonsai Species for Arid and Desert Climates: Pine Species (Pinus spp.) Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) Juniper (Juniperus spp.) Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) Acacia (Acacia spp.) 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

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

In this video, we restyle a Japanese white pine Bonsai into a semi-cascading tree. This White pine was grafted onto Japanese black pine, to provide stable growth to the beautiful White pine foliage. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:40 - Pruning the trunk 4:15 - Creating a Jin 4:41 - Wiring and shaping branches 7:06 - End result 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

The evolution of the Mirai Garden is a fascinating journey that showcases its transformation over time, blending architectural progress with the flourishing of the bonsai collection. From the earliest stages of design and renovation to the vibrant ecosystem that thrives today, each step reflects the ongoing growth and innovation that defines the Mirai experience. The garden itself, a living work of art, continues to evolve, embodying both the beauty of nature and the spirit of creativity that Mirai fosters.