Bonsai Tips & Tricks

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Over the years I have experimented with different methods for growing.
In this video I share some of the things I have found helpful when growing strong vigorous trees. For example if you want to grow your tree strong the trick is to stand it on a bed of gravel and they will root into the gravel and become strong. With vigorous growth you can select the branches that you want to use then you can prune, trim and wire the rest.
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@thepaperstaggering 5 жыл бұрын

“Silly fool”? I think not. Excellent work, Pete!!

@RahmatHidayat-pc7rb 5 жыл бұрын

Good idea bonsai mana2 beautiful.

@mikecooper1116 3 жыл бұрын

He is the man ....

@thesixthcompany2151 4 жыл бұрын

I was born in 1989! Thank you Peter for handing down all this information much love as always

@clkingtx 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with all of us. Nuggets of gardening wisdom, passed from one gardener to another, are the most valuable tools for growing anything!

@henrybresyn9204 4 жыл бұрын

These videos are making me give bonsai another try. Thank you for the amazing tips and for passing on your knowledge

@rsa420 3 жыл бұрын

I have seen chain saw chain that were left hanging up in tree over grown looks awesome takes time though

@bmf0003 5 жыл бұрын

picking up my very first tree on sunday the 13th. followed this channel for a few weeks now because of how much information you freely share. thanks

@billweirdo9657 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this channel. Very good detailed information. i absolutely love how you break information down. just finished your soil video, i have to say it is awesome how you really press home that everywhere is different and every plant is different so there is no 1 answer. as you have said multiple times in different videos the first goal of bonsai is a healthy tree. Me and my wife are starting a few japanese maples to create bonsai with.we have never done this before but both have wanted to for a long time.so thank you for the pleasant, informative, and wise videos.

@PSPMHaestros 5 жыл бұрын

Imagine trying to pick up a little bonsai and lifting the whole nursery

@5877user 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@LessTalkMoreDelicious 5 жыл бұрын

Tip & Tricks videos are the best! 👏 Coincidentally, I recently renovated my entire garden with gravel and beach pebbles! I will make use of your “escape-roots into gravel” tip!

@maryellencudney3440 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your expertise, especially your early experimentation. So valuable and encouraging to those of us beginners.

@bobrussell3602 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant ! Thank you Mr Chan. You are (very) inspirational. I've subscribed !

@paulagoller7893 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Peter. Love your tips. Going to try them for sure. 🙋‍♀️

@christinesmith7851 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for theTips. I enjoy watching you work. 😊I'm in Australia, the only thing is I have to wait for the seasons to come in the Southern Hemisphere

@hectordehesa2118 5 жыл бұрын

Gotta love mister Peter Chan! Much respect sir. Thank you for all your knowledge

@raymondplodzien9864 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! I learn so much.

@aarondraper1818 5 жыл бұрын

Must admit that I’ve been led to believe that leaving the wire on would eventually kill the tree. None of my bonsai books mention this technique!! Thank you for showing me these tips.

@Cuchulainn1984 3 жыл бұрын

I think he repeatedly mentions that the trees are black pines for a reason, i.e. that this is a technique specifically for them. Leaving the wires on certain kinds of trees ends with the wires slicing straight through the bark and ruining/killing the branches.

@praj2908 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!! Excellent collection..

@dirtysouthhc2936 2 жыл бұрын

I personally love the where's some trunks will swallow the wire hole and not affected in any way other than giving super unique twist look with the bend! Very nice !

@nurajjanitha4665 5 жыл бұрын

What a great tip. Thank you for sharing this knowledge

@808hawaii2 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful nursery..brilliant tips to know love your videos⛩

@youngmango4508 Жыл бұрын

Much respect to this person. Thank you for bestowing knowledge to everyone here. 🥂

@lakeelsinorebonsai1203 5 жыл бұрын

Another lesson learned from Mr. Peter Chan! Thank you very much! 😀

@thedevourer. 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another insight, you sir are certainly not a fool far from it your stock is beautiful wish I was closer so i could come see, bought a few of your books too. Thanks for all the hard work peter 👌👍

@lukeanatr 5 жыл бұрын

Great tips, these videos have helped me learn so much.

@kelly-bo-belly 5 жыл бұрын

I so appreciate the music choice. Very relaxing

@BubBald 4 жыл бұрын

i moved into an old house a while ago, there was an oak tree in a pot in the garden about 20ft, the roots had come out the bottom and grew full size. you would have never known, amazing

@annierampersad3982 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences.👍🌳

@Relayzy1 5 жыл бұрын

I did so as well... guess I'm no fool this time, thank you for sharing your wisdom.

@carlos027 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I'll make sure to use the gravel trick.

@247ahmad 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing knowledge Mr chan. Keep up the good work. See you soon.

@nuklear777 4 жыл бұрын

I have a pine tree in the backyard which the branch been sitting on the power cable line for so long that the branch engulfed it. The cable is basically in the branch. The cable company cut the branch, but had to leave a segment of wood trunk hanging on the cable.

@user14088 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent work....you are amazing..

@TheBonsaiZone 5 жыл бұрын

A very nice video, good to see these techniques!

@peterchan3100 5 жыл бұрын

I'd love to meet up one day Nigel!!

@coronnation8854 5 жыл бұрын

That would make for a good video!

@h3nrymartinex1987 4 жыл бұрын

Uncle how is Billy idol. It's Henry

@johnfloydman7735 5 жыл бұрын

Great advice 🙏 thank you Peter ...

@mattbrennan647 5 жыл бұрын

Love the affect of the wire left on the trunk. Thanks

@cowboylebop 3 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about doing the same thing with my Hawaiian umbrella schefflera! I feel that it’ll look interesting with the aerial roots

@jimtorode9330 5 жыл бұрын

I love these tips...the Maverick is at it again! :)

@sammyboy4846 3 жыл бұрын

that is very interesting so as im practising wiring my bonsai i dont need to remove them from the branches or trunks very cool trick il remember that

@jxt1661 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you as always for these invaluable tid bits of bonsai knowledge.

@expandingknowledge8269 5 жыл бұрын

Venerable master, I am trying this method of leaving the wire on as you have shown in this presentation. Thank You for your instruction, much appreciated !

@desertroseJAXX 4 жыл бұрын

I have many Desert Roses and I am anxious to try this technique

@MidniteSan 5 жыл бұрын

So that's how😅 gonna try indeed., more tips please Peter. Can't wait for the next video..thx for sharing..

@demontalembertjean1432 4 жыл бұрын

Very interesting vidéo !! Thank you !!

@sophiaangelini4368 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for teaching, Maestro

@NashvilleMonkey1000 4 жыл бұрын

We use mulberry trees as anchors for the fence, and where it attaches to the trees, it grows around. The trees are strong and hold the fence up, even when the fence itself is crumbling.

@shoelover526 5 жыл бұрын

I think you're a very wise man and I love watching your channel you're helping me very very much

@jfarrell50 5 жыл бұрын

What brilliant tips to help us make better, stronger and more interesting bonsai. Thank you as always, Mr Chan.

@pablolopezmorales1333 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your teachings Master. One consultation, this trunk "fattening" technique can be applied to other tree species. Thank you. Greetings from Chile

@rosanadancel7225 4 жыл бұрын

This very good tips. Thank you

@dalespringerwilson4233 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to meet the people that called you crazy back then.... they must be pretty subdued mentally. Keep up the good work.

@neverwin2518 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome nursery, trees, channel, and videos!

@donnanelson9181 5 жыл бұрын

I love this idea.

@BonsaiTalk 5 жыл бұрын

I don't think anyone has ever talked about the "wire effect" we have missed that aswell. Great vid bro.

@MrB1923 5 жыл бұрын

Because it goes directly against traditional bonsai cultivation.

@punkyroo 5 жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thank you so much.

@mikecooper1116 3 жыл бұрын

Your NOT a silly fool ,, Ignore the haters they probably dont have a clue...love your stuff id much prefer to follow you ........

@garyfowler6812 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter, always learn a tip or two from your videos, cheers 🌴

@lorenaallieri6127 4 жыл бұрын

Un gran trabajo, cómo todo lo que hace, me gustaría saber si deja el alambre ? Muchas gracias

@mnilsson2704 3 жыл бұрын

I like to experiment with trees. It is fun and educational

@debcobern312 5 жыл бұрын

Who would have thought! Amazing!😍☺

@PatriciaAnnGriggs 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your lesson

@TheNatrjack965 5 жыл бұрын

Great tip peter (who is to tell the Master that he is doing things wrong )you are now my teacher and I believe you because you are a very wise and experienced gentleman just wish KZfaq was around 25 years ago ...

@peterchan3100 4 жыл бұрын

We all make mistakes - Even teachers make mistakes - that is how we learn - From our mistakes

@angie3504 5 жыл бұрын

They look beautiful.

@phidingthefam 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips!

@goo757 5 жыл бұрын

love the look of the pine you have .... and i must say you are not a fool just a whys man

@forevergogo 5 жыл бұрын

I will always remember this picture of a tree with a bicycle stuck in the trunk, the tree grew around the bike, it looked awesome. I wonder if such a thing is possible with bonsai, embedding objects into the tree. They would have to be little trinkets to fit the little trees, but it could add value.

@peterchan3100 5 жыл бұрын

Oh yes - I remember the bicycle one too. I have often seen iron fences grown into the trunk of trees and lifted up 4 or 5 metres high as the tree grows taller!!

@nonsynths 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video! But what about the "Peter Chan Moss Trick"?

@zebulundocallas 5 жыл бұрын

Here in the Philippines, bonsai artists use extention pots. Meaning, they would use a large basin filled with sand and soil mixture so that they will pot the pot on top of it.

@ArtworkAnon 5 жыл бұрын

I love this man.

@PatriciaAnnGriggs 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your lesson ☺☺

@tammyedmonds4851 5 жыл бұрын

I have seedling and sapling specimens that I potted last year and this year. As of now, I have them in a homemade potting soil. I was wondering if they can remain in an organic soil and if so for how long. Commercial fertilizers can add up to quite a few dollars and I am trying to keep my hobby as low-cost as possible but still provide the utmost care for my trees that I have harvested from our 38 acres. I was also wondering if a homemade fertilizer could be made, liquid or solid, from bunny, chicken and/or duck manure. Thank you so much for your time.

@equalmatter1642 5 жыл бұрын

thanks for uploading videos

@NimrodTargaryen 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@tobiasjeppesen9528 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip

@mormsbie2227 5 жыл бұрын

3:44 that is SO cool!

@relttu 3 жыл бұрын

hi. i'm starting bonsai i'v been learning so much your videos but i'm wondering are you using your bosai soil at those pots where roots reach gravel or something compost mix ?

@biplabbiswasbiswasbiplab8829 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice tips sir

@11UncleBooker22 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you teacher.

@andrewbetrosian2784 5 жыл бұрын

Good Video .

@chrismarc38 4 жыл бұрын

Me encanta su trabajo y sus tips , podria por sus videos con subtitulos en español ?. Asi podria suscribirme a su canal y segurilo con mas detalle . Un gran abrazo desde Chille

@erickborling1302 5 жыл бұрын

Bonsai is for everyone. So, it's a safe bet to suppose this is a new era of stylistic innovation. As to the wire-bite, it's a matter of taste. I don't personally like it, but I'd never presume to say "it's wrong."

@MrB1923 5 жыл бұрын

It goes directly against the basic traditional spirit of bonsai cultivation.

@mk2kayman794 4 жыл бұрын

You are awesome Sir!

@240Sil 5 жыл бұрын

this guy is awesome

@barrykoikeepercooper8052 4 жыл бұрын

Great these would look good around my koi pond new subscriber Barry Manchester England 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍

@johnhernandez3134 5 жыл бұрын

You, my friend, are no fool! Thanks for the video.

@josephsandifer5428 5 жыл бұрын

I've loved bonsai since The Karate Kid and now that there's more information about it due to the internet, I've grown more fascinated. I've been searching but cant find any information on whether or not it's ok to grow different types of trees in the same pot. Any and all information is helpful.

@fakiirification 2 жыл бұрын

yes, you can do that. you can put all sorts of trees in a large shallow pot and mimic a small forest scene.

@danfernando8092 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one!

@lovelygreenbonsai 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) All best, Toni

@tomtom7963 5 жыл бұрын

This time, apart from learning, you made me laugh. Thanks for that too.

@enriquepanganiban2331 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, I'm interested in the technique with the potted tree that developed into the flower pot below. If i were to repot it into a bonsai pot, is there a way to reduce the amount of damaged roots as i pull the tree out with its roots passing through the holes at the bottom of the first pot? Much thanks.

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

Just do it carefully and it should be OK.

@SwisTony100 4 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for the great videos you have made can I ask what fertiliser you are using brand and npk strengths cheers

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

Brand is not important - Just remember to use high nitrogen in Spring and high P & K in late Summer.

@pilatusk2 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@mr.fancypants698 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I'm thinking the reason they use iron wire, because, it will eventually rust/corrode away, probably, more so, than aluminum, or copper wire.🤔

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

Iron wire is usde because its cheap

@user-ez5rw2jl5w 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Piter! Can I’m use copper or aluminum wire as well? Or need only iron wire?

@catherinemiles1524 9 ай бұрын

Peter, Do you put membrane down before the pea shingle?

@orangebazinga2279 4 жыл бұрын

When you want to move the bonsai, do you cut the roots?

@TTime685 5 жыл бұрын

Interesting

@joeyhernandez14 5 жыл бұрын

That is my problem with the clubs as soon as you start thinking outside of the box on something. You get ridiculed for it until they see a master do it then it's okay.

@peterchan3100 5 жыл бұрын

I wish clubs were more polite, respectful and inclusive. But like everything in life - you get some good ones and some not so good ones. I used to chair many clubs years ago, but in the age internet, clubs will have to find a new role for themselves or they risk becoming dinosaurs.

@johnpienta4200 5 жыл бұрын

There may be some wisdom to the use of iron wire though? Maybe that the tree can utilize it as it oxidizes? For the most part though they probably callus it off and have no access to nutrient availability. But seeing as they are pines I think they do laterally supply growing buds so as long as you never cross those wires across the trunk cutting off sap flow you should be good.

@neophantom0 5 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing, I would be interested to know the answer too.