Japanese Larch Bonsai Forest - Summer Pruning Tips

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Japanese Larch Bonsai Forest - Summer Pruning Tips

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Күн бұрын

In this Bonsai video I am giving this Japanese Larch Bonsai Forest a Summer Prune. I guide you through step-by-step methods to promote healthy growth, balance tree vigor, and enhance the forest's aesthetic appeal.
Part 1 of the Japanese Larch Forest Series • Japanese Larch Bonsai ...
To begin, I introduce the tools and materials used for pruning Japanese Larch, then I clean up the forest floor by removing the top layer of soil. This will help with drainage as I am removing weeds and build up from past fertilisers. After this, I proceed to prune the trees with a focus on maintaining balance and promoting healthy growth. Japanese Larch as a Bonsai benefits from a summer prune to control its vigorous growth and shape the tree, encouraging finer branch development (ramification).
One important aspect Pruning Japanese Larch that I cover is the need to balance the vigor of the trees. I discuss how this can be achieved by heavily pruning the apex (stronger parts) of the trees to allow weaker and lower branches to strengthen and grow. Japanese Larch growth is apically dominant, so if we do not prune heavily on the apex, then the lower branches can become too weak and die off.
I also share insights on maintaining the overall health of the Bonsai, including removing moss growing on the trunks and discussing the importance of directional pruning to shape the trees properly. I touch on wiring and shaping techniques to achieve the desired aesthetic and structural integrity of the forest.
This forest planting was inspired by Nigel Saunder's magnificent Larch Forest which can be seen on his Channel: ‪@TheBonsaiZone‬
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00:00 - Intro.
00:21 - The Japanese Larch Bonsai Forest.
01:00 - The Bonsai Tools Used.
01:54 - Cleaning Up The Forest Floor.
04:30 - Removing Moss Growing On The Trunks.
06:26 - Pruning and Shaping Ideas.
08:09 - Directional Pruning.
09:57 - Pruning To Prevent Inverse Taper.
11:12 - Pruning More Heavily On The Top (Apically Dominant).
13:01 - When Not To Prune In Refinement.
14:42 - Wiring and Shaping.
15:40 - Getting An Aged Appearance With Lime Sulphur.
16:25 - Bonsai Time-lapse Pruning!
18:01 - Watering / Beauty Shots.
19:07 - BONUS! Minor Adjustments to Larch Bonsai.
20:50 - Outro.
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@RolandWampers Ай бұрын

You definitely are a prodigy being able to demonstrate the how's and clearly motivate the why's and then answer all possible questions I could have on this subject.

@sharonbuckley4591 Ай бұрын

Thanks, I needed that instruction.

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Sharon! Glad it was useful for you!

@paulapastor-hinkel1985 Ай бұрын

I found the bag demonstration very interesting. I'd seen sheets of white paper used. The bag allowed you to isolate several trees. Nice

@raymondplodzien7459 Ай бұрын

You have the most comprehensive videos on bonsai out there. Keep up the great work!

@XaviersBonsaiRetreat Ай бұрын

That forest is starting to progress nicely Adam. I like the other two as well. Great tutorial :)

@OjaiBonsai Ай бұрын

Great stuff brother. Thank you

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks Jason!

@wookamust.maximus3195 Ай бұрын

My favorite dude. Thanks again for another fantastic lesson

@user-yo9kf9by1m Ай бұрын

Loved it! Thank you! I'm a total beginner, but your videos give me hope)) and quite a bit of serotonin)) You're wonderful!

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Hey! Thank you for the kind words 🤗🌳

@Steves_Backyard_Bonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks Adam. Great tips on Larches in general. I love the black bag.

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks very much Steve! It sure helps in seeing the structure 🤗

@aaronbradley8701 Ай бұрын

Great vid as always. Learning alot from you and i look forward to the next

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks Aaron! Glad you found it useful!

@JamesDavis-cf4bb Ай бұрын

Great content. Thank you.

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks very much James 🙂

@kuriseon Ай бұрын

Another absolute banger! Was hoping we'd get a pruning specific video, but this was so much more in-depth than I hoped for! The black bag makes observing easier, but it did WONDERS for the camera as well. Keep up the great work man 🙏🏼

@harrychristodoulou3782 Ай бұрын

Hi Adam, nice to see another great video from you, the larch forest is looking very good 👍🏼 and thanks for the tips and advice.

@Oldie416 Ай бұрын

Hello, you made a great video. I've already watched a few videos and also subscribed. You also have great tools. I only have a pair of normal scissors and a pair of secateurs. I'm looking forward to the next video. Many greetings, Oldie

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks very much Oldie! Nothing wrong with some normal scissors and secateurs! This is what I started with and you can create beautiful trees with them! 🤗

@constantinepenguamo4050 Ай бұрын

Your channel has really grown into a very impressive and informative place for bonsai enthusiasts. Bravo!

@BlueJayBonsai Ай бұрын

Nice update and work on the forest!

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thank you very much Jay! 🤗

@markw6609 Ай бұрын

Very nice larch forest and nice explanations!

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks Mark! 🌱🤗

@moonwatcher922 Ай бұрын

You’re the best in sharing in wonderful tips that many others do not; so glad I found your channel, keep your fabulous videos coming!!!!!!!!

@notionbonsai 6 күн бұрын

Hey thanks so much! 🙂

@JeffRoscoe-qd4yz Ай бұрын

Thanks for all the great advise

@maryjorust2270 27 күн бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful video. I have had trouble with my Japanese Larch Forest and your tips and direction will help me immensely

@notionbonsai 21 күн бұрын

I am glad this is useful to you!

@catherinebryant1952 Ай бұрын

love how you explain. thx for your videos

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Hey thank you Catherine!

@harrietb2141 Ай бұрын

Thats a Very nice Forrest .God job😍🌳

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thank you Harriet 🤗🌳

@harrietb2141 Ай бұрын

@@notionbonsai 🤗🤗

@RabiThapa-mi5pu Ай бұрын

hi beautiful art, love from Darjeeling india

@Jessmetics Ай бұрын

Beautiful work as always 👏🏼

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Hi Jess! Thank you 🤗🌳

@jonkeathley3772 3 күн бұрын

Great job man. I found your videos not to long ago and they have been a big help in my learning curve thanks and keep em coming

@notionbonsai 2 күн бұрын

Hey thanks! There will be lots more videos to come!!

@raymondbirds2392 Ай бұрын

Lovely job

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks Raymond! 🤗

@johnmichaelrutherford3514 Ай бұрын

lovely video as always, very informative.

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words 🙂 I am glad you found it informative!

@davidparry2301 Ай бұрын

Great video and information Adam

@Tybold63 14 күн бұрын

Great planting. Larches is one of my favourite trees, the decidous behaviour with different colours of the needle thru seasons and the bare trees in winters are so pleasant to watch. The female "flowers" who form the cones are also beautiful. Seems the European larch is rarely used in bonsai and wonder why?

@jessmeticsplays Ай бұрын

That's amazing ❤️

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks so much Jess!!

@rubenfernandoseco9638 Ай бұрын

Excelente trabajo compañero!! Te saludo desde Argentina

@Faequines_Bonsai Ай бұрын

Your videos are so inspiring. Both with developing our Bonsai, and with making the video itself. I feel like such a chicken, only recently added my voice to my videos, but is was scary 😂😅. Great work. The balcony doesn't offer much space for forests, but I do have a tiny 3 tree one from some ficus. They are such a long way incomparision in their development. One day, I'll have a video of their adventure.

@Jakabpetertamas1969 Ай бұрын

Nagyon érthetően elmagyarázod.Az országomban sajnos kevés az ilyen jellegű részletes bonsaios oktató videó. Talán,ha a pinus sylvestris gondozásáról is feltennél valamit. Köszönjük Magyarországról.😊

@gayefanner731 22 күн бұрын

50+K ! YAY !! Well done 👏🥳🥂🎉👏👌 🙏✝️

@notionbonsai 21 күн бұрын

Thanks so much Gaye!! ❤️🌳

@lisawagner6076 Ай бұрын

Beautiful Adam!! I love that forest! Are the leaves as soft as they look? I have never heard of a Larch until I got interested in bonsai. I will get one some day. They are such pretty trees.

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Hey Lisa thanks! They sure are! They look like needles but are actually thin long leaves! They are really soft 😁 One of my favourite to create Bonsai from!

@jeshmanser Күн бұрын

omg the irish/scottish moss is a problem for my garden in au haha i've never been too sure how damaging it is, appreciate the heads up. :)

@thejuanderful Ай бұрын

Is there much difference in larch species? Can I use this guide for all Larches? I'm working with Siberian larch and looking at collecting some Western Larch or Sub-alpine Larch.

@BlueJayBonsai Ай бұрын

Yes, you can use this guide for all larches. I do the same on american larch (tamarack) and siberian larch.

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Jay is totally right!

@GrowingBonsai Ай бұрын

Mate.. Your trees deserve more than a garbage bag 😢. Great videography; as usual you leave me wanting better skills

@sbragaglia Ай бұрын

He is really good! 👏

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

Thanks Jelle haha dont worry its only while pruning 🤗😅

@OverMars74 23 күн бұрын

Hello Adam, Thank you for all the videos you provide to enhance our bonsai nursery skills. I live in Kuwait, one of the hottest countries in the world, and I am really into the art of bonsai. Due to the extreme heat, I can only grow indoor bonsai, or at least I think so. What advice do you have for me, and what would you recommend as the best soil mix? Thank you.

@notionbonsai 21 күн бұрын

Hello!🌿 Thanks for your kind words and support. Growing bonsai in Kuwait's extreme heat can be challenging, but indoor bonsai is a great option. I would go with heat-tolerant species like ficus, jade, or Chinese elm, and ensure they get adequate light with grow lights if necessary. For soil, use a well-draining mix of akadama, pumice, and lava rock to prevent root rot while maintaining moisture. Keep an eye on humidity levels, and you could even mist your bonsai regularly to mimic a more natural environment. 😊

@MaryJaneUlrich Ай бұрын

I would also like to know where you get your fertilizer. Is it something local or can I get it online?

@brucedeacon28 Ай бұрын

👍👌🙂

@notionbonsai Ай бұрын

🤗🙂🌲

@dcharrison Ай бұрын

Hi,Where did you get your fertilizer?

@Jerome30000 Ай бұрын

Bonjour vidéo intéressante à qu'elle période de l'année avez vous taillé le mélèze et jusqu'à quand c'est souhaitable? Dans l'attente d'un retour de votre part je vous souhaite un bon dimanche. Cordialement.

@audichd Ай бұрын

Hi bro plz I want to know how to care RoseMary plant. Thánks

@alfredomarotta6604 Ай бұрын

👍👍☀️🌳👏✌️

@joegarland4885 Ай бұрын

Hi Adam, Larch are my favourite species both Japanese and European, they do make great forest, My fear is that going into so much detail in such a short time your enthusiasm is commendable and you clearly know your subject very well but you may put beginners off by thinking bonsai is too complicated. When I am pruning my larch I have in mind the style I need to cut back to in a lot of cases I tend to pinch or pull the the foliage off to avoid cutting the needles and clean off the old needles ready to wire if required, I have just finished a major prune on very large old Larch originally styled by Harry Harrington, he did a video of one he worked on recently its worth a watch, he worked through how he went about working on a large larch. Hope this doesn’t sound like I am being critical of the way you teach bonsai through your channel I am not I have given you lots of praise for your videos in the past, I just feel you need to slow down your enthusiasm a bit. Keep doing what you’re doing but a bit slower my friend.

@darwinj.zuniga7882 28 күн бұрын

Well, I am a beginner and this is the best channel I’ve found so far. Very informative and enthusiastic, and he actually encourages me to keep forward. Adam is the one.

@gayefanner731 22 күн бұрын

Good for you! 👍 Grab onto his coat-tails, Adam’s going places!! ✌️