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Project Description In this episode, we look at the initial styling of a massive Ponderosa Pine Bonsai collected in the Wyoming wilderness. Follow along with your own Pine Bonsai and learn the ins and outs of Pine design. Project Details: Ponderosa Pine Initial Styling Structural Wiring DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your support of Bonsai-U.  Thank you! donate monthly donate once only Select a Donation Optio ..read more

Project Description In this episode, we look at late summer secondary candle selection on Double-Flush Pine Bonsai. Grab your own bonsai and follow along! Project Details: Double-Flush Pines Late Summer Pruning Candle Selection DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your support of Bonsai-U.  Thank you! donate monthly donate once only Select a Donation Option (USD) $5.00 /month $10.00 /month $20.00 /month Other /mont ..read more

Project Description In this episode of Bonsai-U, Bjorn explains the types of tools you'll need in your bonsai tool kit. Project Details: Kikuwa Bonsai Tools Basic Tool Kit Next-Level Tool Kit Carving Kit DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your support of Bonsai-U.  Thank you! donate monthly donate once only Select a Donation Option (USD) $5.00 /month $10.00 /month $20.00 /month Other /month Enter Donation Amount ..read more

Project Description In this episode, we look at the meaning and history of Shimpaku Juniper - where did the term originate in Japan, what does it apply to today and what are the differences between the term's varieties and cultivars. Project Details: Shimpaku Junipers Cuttings to Old Yamadori Origin: Japan, US, Europe DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your support of Bonsai-U.  Thank you! donate monthly donate onc ..read more

Project Description In this episode, we look at mid-summer techniques for broadleaf deciduous and evergreen species. Follow along with your own bonsai and apply these techniques as you learn them! Project Details: Chinese Quince (Pseudocydonia sinensis) Appx. Age: 25 years Origin: Japan DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your support of Bonsai-U.  Thank you! donate monthly donate once only Select a Donation Optio ..read more

Project Description In this episode, we look at the summer decandling techniques for more refined Japanese Black Pines. These techniques can also be applied to other double-flush pines, including Pitch Pine and Japanese Red Pine. Project Details: Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) Appx. Age: 40 years Origin: USA DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your support of Bonsai-U.  Thank you! donate monthly donate once ..read more

Project Description In this episode, Bjorn takes you through the steps of styling a small Sekka Hinoki bonsai. This special cultivar is becoming quite popular in the bonsai world due to its fine foliage, ability to back-bud readily and propensity to develop pads quickly. Project Details: Sekka Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sekka') Appx. Age: 6 years Origin: Olive Branch, MS, USA DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donation process. We truly appreciate your supp ..read more

The Magician Each year, I have the pleasure of taking a group of bonsai enthusiasts from around the world to the garden of Master Masahiko Kimura just north of Tokyo. If you haven't seen Mr. Kimura's garden in person, I highly recommend a visit, as it's home to some of the world's best (and best known) bonsai. Mr. Kimura is known the world over as 'The Magician' for his incredible ability to transform seemingly uninteresting plant material into world-class bonsai. In fact, a vast number of the techniques we currently use in bonsai culture were invented and/or developed by Mr. Kimura in decad ..read more

Project Description In this episode, Bjorn discussed design principles of a chuuhin Colorado Blue Spruce Bonsai. This tree was originally collected in the Rocky Mountains just outside of Denver, Colorado at at elevation of 5500 feet. Learn how to navigate difficult design hurdles in this newest episode of Bonsai-U! Project Details: Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens) Appx. Age: 100 years Origin: Colorado, United States DONATE TO BONSAI-U! To make a donation, please choose a monthly amount (or a one-time donation) below.  You will then be redirected to PayPal to complete the donat ..read more