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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

We discuss the two main Olive varieties, and continue to style one of the trees - the Olea europaea (common Olive). It was quite a challenge as the material we selected was not easy to shape into a bonsai. I'm not particularly satisfied with the result yet, and I'll focus on the Sylvestris for future trees as these are just fare more suitable for bonsai styling :-) Even though you only see Oscar on this film, these videos are team efforts. So we like to thank Bob van Ruitenbeek. 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 lecture Bjorn talks about how to develop young Juniper cuttings into Bonsai. Juniper cuttings of about two to three year old can still be bend well, so this is a great time to wire the young plants and shape them. Try to make bends that are three dimensional, not mere 'S' curves. This lecture is a free preview from our online course about developing Bonsai from seeds and cuttings. For more free previews and the curriculum see: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses/developing-from-seed In stage two of bonsai development (as explained in the online course) we are focusing on trunk shape and thickness, hence we need strong growth: room for the roots to grow and applying heavy fertilizer. 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 multi-year progression, we follow a Ficus as it is turned into a Bonsai tree. The tree had to be pruned, wired and repotted several times over 3 years time. Even though you only see Oscar on this film, these videos are team efforts. So we like to thank Bob van Ruitenbeek. 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

Don't make these common mistakes when starting with bonsai! The mistakes listed in this video are not random topics - it's what we hear on our Bonsai forum on a daily base, and read in the comments of our YouTube videos. And of course we don't just list the mistakes, we share how to avoid making them so you get off to a good start. Chapters: 0.00 - Introduction 0.33 - Mistake 1: Tree selection 1.44 - Mistake 2: Watering 2.59 - Mistake 3: Substrates 4.26 - Mistake 4: Pruning 5:42 - Mistake 5: Fertilizing 7.24 - Mistake 6: Pests and diseases 8:36 - Mistake 7: Seasonal care By avoiding these common rookie mistakes, you can set yourself up for success and create a thriving bonsai tree. Make sure to read up on your exact tree species. With time, your bonsai will flourish, and you’ll develop a deeper understanding of this ancient art form. Happy growing! 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

Over the years, we’ve shaped trees that carry meaning—reflections of time, craft, and intention. This Monday, May 19th at 10am PDT, a small number will become available in our first ever Mirai Tree Auction. Not to everyone—only to those ready to continue the journey. Among them: a Korean Hornbeam with enduring strength. Imported, refined, and steeped in legacy. A tree with presence. A tree with history. Now, ready for what comes next. Preview the trees now—available exclusively on Mirai Goods: https://goods.bonsaimirai.com/collections/trees?srsltid=AfmBOorQ4mngr7kUZ0qIqB-A0Cq9PCtKV8PuT9bu7KG_Op0WfuoqqtS4