In this video we follow the full 2.5-year journey of a common myrtle (Myrtus communis) — bought as cheap nursery stock for around $15 — and transform it step by step into a proper bonsai. Over the course of two and a half years, the tree was repotted twice, pruned multiple times to build ramification and structure, and wired twice to set the final movement and branch placement. A great example of what patience and consistent work can do with even the most humble starting material. The journey ends with the tree being placed into a striking blue pot that really sets the finished design apart. If you've ever wondered whether it's worth working with inexpensive nursery stock — this one should answer that question. Chapters 0:00 - Fall 2023 (Repot and prune) 4:10 - Fall 2024 (Pruning) 8:21 - Summer 2025 (Pruning) 9:01 - Fall 2025 (Pruning and wiring) 11:00 - Spring 2026 (Repotting) https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/last-day License code: RNYTIWQJYCWJV4RS https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/anemone License code: NJRMWOHD4ZPEV08Z https://uppbeat.io/t/pryces/music-is License code: XFADAFU8ULHAGY3O If you're based in Europe, most of the trees and products we use in our videos can be bought in our online store: English: https://www.bonsaishop.uk Dutch: https://www.bonsaishop.nl German: https://www.derbonsaishop.de French: https://www.bonsaishop.fr Also, if you'd like to keep track of your collection and receive care notifications on your phone (based on species and location) you could try our Bonsai Care App. It is a free download for your phone: https://www.bonsaicare.app 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