Repotting my "Root over Temple" Ficus benjamina, The Bonsai Zone, July 2020

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A new pot for my Root over Temple Ficus benjamina. I lighten up my heaviest bonsai!
An sad update to one of my oldest 3D printed pots made with bio-degradable PLA plastic.
I also update the progress of my Baobab seedlings!
Stay tuned after the video for an update on the 1972 Ford F250 crewcab pickup truck that I use in the community orchard and edible forest.
To visit Spinning Tree Bonsai Turntables....
www.bonsaiturntables.com/
To see previous videos of the Ficus Root over Temple, click on the playlist here....
• Ficus, Root over Temple
To see previous videos on 3D printing bonsai pots, click on the playlist here....
• 3D Printing for Bonsai
To see previous videos on germinating my Baobab seeds, click on the playlist here...
• Baobab trees from Seed
To see previous videos on the Orchard truck, click on the playlist here....
• 1972 Ford F250 crewcab...
To see more videos on the community orchard, edible forest, First Nations garden and community gardens, click on the playlist here....
• Community Orchard, Com...
Check out the playlist tab on "The Bonsai Zone" main page to see the progression of other bonsai, thanks for watching!

Пікірлер: 442

@vishwapat3 3 жыл бұрын

This is beyond artistic Nigel. I'm an artist myself, and I can see you painting you trees in 3D space. The only difference is I paint, you prune. Really great videos, God bless.

@himanshu8006 3 жыл бұрын

You are a genius Nigel, the "Pablo Picasso" of Bonsai art.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Himanshu, I really enjoy the composing of compositions and landscapes!

@ScottGuilfoyle 3 жыл бұрын

the don king of bonsai, or cornell west

@cnolan20 3 жыл бұрын

@5:53 is that a winged elm at the front left corner in the pot

@rnmultimedia7162 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve likened Mr. Saunders as the Bob Ross of the Bonsai world

@DrOctagon 3 жыл бұрын

@@ScottGuilfoyle Steve Brule too?

@camerontaylor7985 3 жыл бұрын

When people ask me who I want to be when I'm older, I say Nigel Saunders from the Bonsai Zone. Love the animal ornaments with the plants too, I do the same with my succulent collection but with dinosaurs

@alicer3423 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I do too. Mudmen, cows and elephants

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I've got my eye on a T rex that I'm going to buy eventually!

@camerontaylor7985 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBonsaiZone Sounds brilliant, you could have a Peppa Pig ornament and it would still look cool with your collection

@han7399han 3 жыл бұрын

@@alicer3423 lllaaaapa

@akashgangurde1651 3 жыл бұрын

Aww man u win my soul. I will never forget you sir in my life. You are my inspiration.

@CarvingBonsai 3 жыл бұрын

always great videos with diverse content and the interaction with the baby bird was incredible Nigel ... I have a series of birds in my nursery ... I really like it, because we are part of the same nature ... plants .... animals ... people ... big hug

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tonny, I agree, we are all part of the same world!

@RudiJaya 3 жыл бұрын

🤝🤝🤝

@jerry8405 3 жыл бұрын

dog food you say? thats one strange looking puppy

@Tradewindsvintagehi 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching you prune. It's so scary yet gives me courage to go for it on my own little tree. Thanks for the great videos!

@georgehelaine Жыл бұрын

Thank You Nigel! I love watching your shows! Big Love from South Africa!

@paulschaefer5241 3 жыл бұрын

The pros and cons of perlife as a soil. it is light weight and drains well. this makes it nice for large plants especially those that want the soil a little on the dry side. The drawback is that it also holds less nutrients. This means that in order to keep the plant healthy you need to be more diligent with fertilizing the soil.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, I hope the tree does well, we'll know by the end of summer!

@jokesterk5302 2 жыл бұрын

I think it has to be a great day,some trees done and repotted ,the robin fed and this heavyduty sturdy car almost finished off,so,yes, thanks for sharing,it was fun to watch.

@sophiaangelini4368 3 жыл бұрын

Going to the Bonsai Zone is always an adventure. The Temple is like a visit to Mexico. Thanks for explaining why to use a smaller pot.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sophia, yes bonsai takes me away to exotic locations too!

@vicbarrientos655 3 жыл бұрын

wow so refreshing to listen to you at the same time watching you do fantastic job . . . thanks for the lessons!

@BeTheCREATOR 3 жыл бұрын

After a long I'm seeing your "Root over Temple" Fantastic job done on it and it's looking great in the new pot. And Your Robin is so familiar to you, it's amazing Nigel. Nature has a definite bless on you. Love from India.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Samar, I'll miss the little bird when she goes wild. I hope the tree does well after it's re potting, we'll know by the end of summer!

@kimtee8416 Жыл бұрын

Oh the little bird! so comfortable around you!!!

@temar_tinez 3 жыл бұрын

The bloopers are hilarious great video Nigel. Beautiful bonsai.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Terry!

@selfmade6142 3 жыл бұрын

A nice video. The little bird is also very cute to look at, how trustfully it can be fed by you.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

The bird is so cute, we have to feed her about every hour, I call her and she flies down from the trees for her food!

@karinmoonhawk3720 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Robin 😊 what a great video again Nigel! Just what I needed ... Off to the next one waiting for me 💖😊👍💖

@akhilan1981 3 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for an update on this tree for quite a few years now. So great to see it repotted into a shallow, lighter pot

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Finally I can lift it easily! It was so heavy before and I think it shows the tree off much better in the new pot!

@hagakuretv 3 жыл бұрын

Looks way more better now, I like the project. Watched all the old videos and the progress is cool

@jamestropicals8262 3 жыл бұрын

I love how the trees roots are growing around that temple!

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James!

@LeePinnington 3 жыл бұрын

Great bonsai zone as usual, dig the new specs and the beautiful butterfly. All the best to you and family. Thanks.

@notbonsai671 3 жыл бұрын

You're simply wonderful. Even animals can't resist. Thank you so much for your content, in a world full of negative media

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Quinn, I hope all is well with you and your not bonsai! I hope to see more videos coming, I really enjoy them!

@kuka4171 3 жыл бұрын

I have watched this channel many times ... so I am excited to continue taking care of my bonsai. thanks for sharing.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome KuKa! Happy growing!

@Jesse-cx4si 3 жыл бұрын

That is an unbelievably beautiful tree and design. 👍

@aurora_dawn123 3 жыл бұрын

I love your little rescue robin.

@jade_de_gracia5186 3 жыл бұрын

it is a perfect pot for a ficus bonsai that size.excellent!

@jokesterk5302 2 жыл бұрын

I think it is a beast! Magnificent! it's a wonderfull day and everything goes the way it should, so,thsnk you for sharing.

3 жыл бұрын

Blessed by nature you are.

@BostonBonsaiIdiot 3 жыл бұрын

I find that moss makes the trees WAY easier to water as it protects the soil from getting washed out as you spray. Sounds obvious, but nobody seems to mention that...Also, the truck looks freaking AWESOME. So jealous. Really well done.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, yes the moss is good for holding the soil all together, especially on hills. I think the truck will be like my bonsai, never finished and always being refined!

@carmensantiago6711 Жыл бұрын

It looks beautiful!

@drekrajojha5653 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and innovative approach to the great art and science of bonsai!

@Ow3nX1 3 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite trees of yours comes finally back in shape. I'm really happy with the result, you did a great job! Looking pretty good :)

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's slowly getting there, I think with more lights in the winter, I'll be able to keep it shaped better.

@mangeshthawre416 3 жыл бұрын

This one is an adorable bonsai on temple, it has really developed beautiful root structure on that rock , beautiful👏👏👏🌳

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mangesh!

@lilianechofard5171 2 жыл бұрын

Amaizing work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@waterlover 3 жыл бұрын

looks insane, love the new pot

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and now I can lift it without hurting the next day!

@ayanghosh16 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Dada, I was looking forward for this . Thanks for uploading

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ayan, I'm hoping to get some more repotting videos soon, I'm busy working on the plant room to get it ready for the winter. Keep up the good work on your videos, they are really good to watch!

@ayanghosh16 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBonsaiZone Thanks dada, waiting for more. Keep teaching us.

@ericvenom 3 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful!

@bblleeppbblloopp 3 жыл бұрын

omg feeding that little bird at the beginning was so cute, youre the bob ross of bonsai

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

The bird has gone wild now, I really miss feeding time!

@betulaobscura 3 жыл бұрын

Looks much better after repotting!

@patriciablue2739 3 жыл бұрын

Stunning

@thisarfingai 3 жыл бұрын

So good to see Buzz from the Melvins is doing great.

@southpete84 2 жыл бұрын

This actually reminds me of Ankor Wat, well done! magical!

@charlesperez9976 Жыл бұрын

Nigel,this is fantastic! I have a 30 year old ficus,root over rock,and it is over due for re-pot. I was surprised at the amount of perlite,versus actual soil!! I had no idea! I must consider this option next spring,as your wisdom is invaluable.

@TheBonsaiZone Жыл бұрын

Yes, Ficus love a nice loose free draining soil combined with frequent watering and fertilizer!

@nathantyler5675 10 күн бұрын

Watching you feed the young robin? Really cool...Really like the root over temple project and the your improvements are right on the money...Thanks, as always for sharing this journey...

@potplantokajbonsajo1331 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Your Ficus benjamina is quite impressive! I have one too. You gave me an idea for it. Thank you!

@alvarolupinacci641 3 жыл бұрын

Wow... this blueish japanese pot is awesome...

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was a nice find, it is a used pot, the best kind!

@bindurakhecha7819 3 жыл бұрын

End result is excellent

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bindu!

@cobyfuson 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I can't wait to watch it this afternoon.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@cobyfuson 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBonsaiZone I enjoyed it very much. It was neat to see the perlite used 100 percent as the growing medium. Thanks Nigel.

@CherieChi 3 жыл бұрын

I thought I went the to Angkor Wat at the Cambodia today, what a nice temple and the Bonsai!! love it!!

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky Cherie! That would be my dream!!!! Thanks!

@CherieChi 3 жыл бұрын

It will be soon🥰🥰🥰

@BonsaiJCan 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video ! I was waiting for this one, that was really interesting to watch and the root over temple is looking fabulous in the new pot. 😀👌 Really good work on that truck, what a big difference from early last spring to present !

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks J, don't forget to stop by for a cruise in the truck this summer! Thanks, now I can lift the Ficus too!

@BonsaiJCan 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great, thanks Nigel 😀👍

@alicer3423 3 жыл бұрын

Nigel that root over temple is beautiful. Wow just perlite. I would never have thought that would work...but why not.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

It seems to work, I hope my Ficus is happy in it, we'll know by the end of summer!

@jessesnelling257 3 жыл бұрын

This repot is a great improvement! You have an excellent vision for this one I think.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jesse, it sure puts more focus on the tree!

@batz52 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed your videos I'm quite new to bonsai but have learnt a great deal from you. Thank you so much for your videos.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe, nice to hear!

@annafirth6738 3 жыл бұрын

That's gorgeous x

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Anna!

@TheCybird Жыл бұрын

I have to admit, when i saw this tree over temple, it brought tears to my eyes. as i have been moved when i was at 3 ancient temples in cambodia and thailand and indonesia. your piece is truly lovely.

@TheBonsaiZone Жыл бұрын

I'm working on my Ta prohm temple now, back at it after 2 years! Thanks so much!

@saveriogallina2935 3 жыл бұрын

wonderful video, very informative, thank you very much, and continue to share your passion with us

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Savaerio!

@bonsaiexoticpets741 3 жыл бұрын

Wwwoooow it's ah beautiful bonsai👍👍👍

@2Pac-King 3 жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful bonsai.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 2Pac Music!

@andrestaniscia701 3 жыл бұрын

Beautful bonsai congratulations 👌 good work Thanks for sharing your know ledge 🍀🐝🇧🇷🤗

@PeteLeong 3 жыл бұрын

beautiful work!

@helloww_ 2 жыл бұрын

that looks super cool!

@TheBonsaiZone 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Helloww!

@MTPatriot1787 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos as always, but I really enjoyed the outtakes at the end.

@basicgardeninghd 3 жыл бұрын

fantastic work sir

@yasinkarakayaq 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos make me relaxed

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@liquidxskin19 3 жыл бұрын

The truck really looks nice! You did a good job

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks CJ it was a lot of work, but I think it was worth it!

@rajivrathod132 3 жыл бұрын

The tree looks awesome

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rajiv!

@santoshsharmavlogs1550 2 жыл бұрын

So beautiful 👌👌👌

@MrNutsHouseofLittleTreesBONSAI 3 жыл бұрын

I m always ready to help lift pots my friend. You shout the plain ticket and I m there.lol

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, good to have friends!

@Angie-ci1lp 3 жыл бұрын

I’m absolutely in a daze! Amazing art work the temple is perfect 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I’ve truly enjoyed your video today… I was video surfing 😅 I’m so glad I found your site❤️ very very interesting and pleasant.Thank you for sharing. You’ve got a new member. Peace

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrea, glad you are enjoying the videos, more to come!

@saturnynetitan 3 жыл бұрын

Great bloopers reel at the end as usual Nigel!

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@erickmark2 3 жыл бұрын

I'm speechless 😍

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark!

@alvarolupinacci641 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome pot....

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alvaro!

@jazmynduckworth977 3 жыл бұрын

you give me Bob Ross vibes

@anotheryoutbechannel 3 жыл бұрын

its the hair :)

@jazmynduckworth977 3 жыл бұрын

@@anotheryoutbechannel that definitely helped haha but also his gentle demeanor. one of the more relaxing youtube channels here :)

@anotheryoutbechannel 3 жыл бұрын

@@jazmynduckworth977 yesss. do you watch Herron bonzai?

@carolinegallano7645 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my love this

@MIMMO4068 8 ай бұрын

Anche questo lavoro e' un capolavoro, complimenti davvero.

@TheBonsaiZone 8 ай бұрын

Grazie mille!!!

@lamvuondep 3 жыл бұрын

Love bonsai

@patrickk6179 3 жыл бұрын

the kindest person in the world

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick, Robin has gone wild now, I really miss feeding time!

@patrickk6179 3 жыл бұрын

Nigel Saunders, The Bonsai Zone do he/she still roam near your home

@satorigardenaksasbonsai.1321 3 жыл бұрын

awesome roots!

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vadim!

@Tom-ef1mz 3 жыл бұрын

great as always! I've been referencing to your citrus videos for a Lemon air layering project :)

@amandafrancoroy 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Nigel you cook up a nice bonsai video ''robin the temple and the tree.... my complements to the chef !!1

@eddiem4xw3ll95 3 жыл бұрын

Cool temple.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks DL!

@Learning_Boosters123 2 жыл бұрын

new subscriber here fr the PHILIPPINES. tho ive been watching your videos for a while now. thanks for your info re bonsai. love the bird. and that gorgeous turning table, too! .

@sophiaangelini4368 3 жыл бұрын

Tiny Bird! Watching in connection with the 2021 Angkhor Wat Temple construction

@YashpritSinghji 3 жыл бұрын

Nigel, I have seen all your videos and always inspire by. I must say in this video you added some fun part like uncut section at end of repotting.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Yashprit!

@BonsaiJade 3 жыл бұрын

great Nigel !! this and Portulacaria forest are my favorites !! I also did seeing the video tioi a ficus on the temple .. but yours is versmente stupendous !!!

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! The Portulacaria afra forest has grown a lot and needs pruning!

@BonsaiJade 3 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see the video of his pruning ..

@Catspat1969 3 жыл бұрын

Happy I found your tube, dig your views

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@jafsbonsai37 3 жыл бұрын

nice video. thanks for the info

@rman8028 3 жыл бұрын

Am I finally ready to take my freshman level final exam from Bonsai Zone University? I watched this whole video and didn't scream @ any of the work! Bonsai Master Nigel, you taught this 'grasshopper' well. I'm going to miss Robin. So happy and lively. Hopefully instinct will keep Robin safe.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, good that you stayed calm and bonsai on! We brought Robin inside last night so she didn't get rained on. She doesn't mind sleeping indoors, but she loves flying around outside too!

@rosanadancel7225 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you nagel, it’s logic.

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kennynyc15153 3 жыл бұрын

thats cool man

@goo757 3 жыл бұрын

GENIUS

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@funnygun9588 3 жыл бұрын

I like your bird such a beautiful an intelligent lovely Bird and I like your work also you are doing excellent job excellent job excellent job I love you

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Many many thanks!

@greenlife1906 3 жыл бұрын

I am inspired by your root over temple bonsai, so I try to make a root over temple bonsai like yours. 🙂🙂🙂

@TheBonsaiZone 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, you'll have to send me pictures!

@greenlife1906 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBonsaiZone Oh it`s great sir, thank you for give me a chance to show my root over temple bonsai. I will send you picture soon.

@SamisBonsai 3 жыл бұрын

I like the Root over Temple. I want to do a root over rock at some point but finding a rock has been my problem. Just haven't find one I like yet. Great video