I wanted to do it weeks ago but was too busy with other work or the weather was bad. It's only a prune anyway, not major work so I think it safe.

Thanks. Yes it is a Japanese maple, Acer palmatum 'Katsura'. Check out this link: www.rhs.org.uk/plants/94932/acer-palmatum-katsura-(p)/details

Yes, it's a tree I've wanted for so long but have not done anything about it until now! Bullet proof I think.

Yes I just jabbed some of these cutting in soil and they look fine. The tree I pruned is recovering well too.

Will do. Cheers.

I hope so ;-)

No, I've not tried it. I was wanting something easy to get a hold of and reasonably low cost. Thanks for commenting 🙂

Yes, I'm afraid these boards are sodden, rotten and heading for the recycling centre.

Hope you have success with yours. Cheers.

No worries. I will. Cheers 👍

Yes, they're so great. I'm looking forward to seeing these develop. Thanks again. 😊

Thanks. I'll be keeping an eye on them, definitely. Thanks for the comment 👍

Thank you so much. Appreciated.

Thank you very much. Yes I can see that being an issue. Perhaps coconut coir could be an alternative for you. I'm thinking of experimenting with it at some point. Much appreciated.

@billsbonsai I have considered it as a possibility. It does drain well, yet holds some moisture as well. It also is less hydrophobic when dry than composted peat.

@bonsaimania5345 Agreed, once it drys it's a problem.

To be honest, I don't know. However, if they were harmful, there would be a lot of sick cats and dead trees. I've grew some bonsai in 100% kitty litter and they have thrived. Water and feed is the key to surviving in kitty litter. Just don't let it freeze in winter. That's what killed my trees.

Usually, at least in the United States, kitty litter is made of clay granules or flakes. It shouldn't have any chemicals, as it is naturally occurring, unless it is contaminated in some other way (ie: ground contamination, dirty shipping containers, spills in the warehouse or store).

Ok thanks,worth bearing in mind

Noted!

So far so good. I'll probably do an update video sometime in the near future. Thanks.

The pond baskets were bought on eBay. Those ones were 13cm x 10cm round baskets. I also use the bigger 22cm x 12cm baskets often. Hope that helps.

Much appreciated. Thank you 👍

Thanks for the question. I'm not sure what trees you're referring too. I'm going to guess the ones in the ground. I dig usually gig them up, check and trim any big roots and replant. Cheers.

Oh, I recorded a video just a couple of days ago with the oak! Messed it up as it went on for too long and the camera cut out! I will upload an update on my oak soon when I get a chance to record it. Cheers.

Thank you. I hope so.

Thank you 👍

Thanks. I made that decision after the video. That main branch is gone. I think there's a fleeting glance of the chop in a roundup video. Thanks again.

I had a quick look on Amazon UK, where I bought it from. It's mixed and generally used as a soil improver or a top dressing. I thought I would give it a go, and it seems to be working well for me so far. Not too expensive either. An alternative is just multipurpose compost if that's easier to find. I'm going to experiment with other mixes soon. Everyone has their take on what would be a good mix. It's an interesting subject, bonsai soil mix and there are about as many ideas on what makes a good mix as there are bonsai enthusiasts!

Yeah I probably will repot it quite soon. It's looking much better already!

Thanks very much. They're heading in the right direction and will need a wee eye kept on them. Cheers.

Yes, Morrisons. Good luck with yours.

@@billsbonsai I couldn't not give it a go for that price! Not even the worst Chinese elm I've owned. That honour goes to one I purchased from Amazon which has an awful awful trunk graft. Looks terrible. Still alive though, just looks rubbish lol

I'll let you know!

Sorry to hear that. On the receipt they claim to give a 12 month guarantee on all plants and bulbs. I've contacted them ask asked if it's the same for trees, and sent them a link to my video. Fingers crossed.

I phoned them Bill and I didn't find the staff there really helpful. Hopefully you'll have more success.

Thank you so much, Xavier. Much appreciated. I've watched many of your videos too. Great job!

Thanks for the interaction. Yes, I need to protect them or the same thing will happen. I was just thinking today about where in my garden I could build a shelter for my trees. To build or to buy, that is the question ;-)

Yes, I definitely agree about removing the tap root. I did that before they were planted in the dirt. If you're looking for a nice radial nebari, then I absolutely agree. Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated

It's called the 'Clip and Grow' method of pruning. The Hazel is a rapidly growing tree, and using this method subtracts branches and material that I don't want and allows new branches to grow further down the trunk where I do want them. Thanks for asking.

ooops, commented before watching the full video, sorry

I used Kittyfriend Pink by Sanicat which I purchased from Amazon UK

@@billsbonsai thank you

Like I said in the video, be careful in the winter if you're using 100% kitty, especially during a freeze! It will likely destroy the roots. If freezing is not an issue where you are then it's totally fine.

Thank you very much.

Thanks very much.