In this video we are showing you How to Make A Slanted Bonsai Forest. The tree species that we are using for this is the Bald Cypress / Swamp Cypress.
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Hey everyone! Based on the Famous Slanted Bonsai Forest by Masahiko Kimura, Attila and I are attempting to recreate this Bonsai Masterpiece! But with our own twist to it! Instead of using Hinoki Cypress, we are using Swamp Cypress.
I think that Swamp Cypress (Taxodium Distichum), are great for bonsai as they are very adaptable in various growing conditions and relatively easy to maintain. In spring they grow delicate foliage that turns a stunning orange in autumn. Their tolerance to pruning means they are easy to shape, while their textured bark adds character to the overall aesthetic. Because they come from swampy environments, Swamp Cypress trees can handle being overwatered (but not too much!).
The main challenge we encountered when creating this forest was mounting the trees onto the cement slab while ensuring they remained vertical, resembling a natural forest scene. Throughout the video, we discuss various techniques and challenges we faced in sculpting this living artwork. We cover the tools used, offer pruning and shaping suggestions for the composition's overall form, and share extra tips and tricks for enhancing tree stability, such as packing sphagnum moss under and between the trees.
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00:00 - Intro.
00:34 - Inspiration For The Cement Slab/Pot.
01:30 - The Bonsai Tools Used.
02:15 - The Trees Used (Raw Material).
03:01 - Working On The Roots.
07:05 - The Challenge of Mounting The Trees To The Slab.
09:05 - Selecting The Main Tree and Setting The Composition.
10:10 - The Bamboo Technique (Anchor Point).
11:34 - Wiring The Trees In.
12:06 - Packing Moss and Soil for Extra Stability.
12:53 - Refining The Overall Shape.
13:49 - Hiding The Cuts On Top By A Diagonal Cut.
14:17 - Adding Cut Putty.
14:35 - Dressing With Moss / Beauty Shots.
16:20 - Fertilisation
16:38 - Outro.
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