Godmorning from Sweden Nigel.I alsohave an elm ,that grow up i my little garden,and it is really a problem with insects on that tree.I defolietet mine last year,and it worked Very well.This year I look under the leaves every morning,and it is always full och small eggs.I spray them direktlywith just water,and it has helpt.This year the leaves look great.Good luck with your beautifl elm😊🌳
Another good video on trimming. We have a few different varieties of Elms. I had not realized they can be defoliated. That is SO much help. Today’s task get them on work table and further shape them up. Thanks.
Its inspiring to hear that this beautiful elm was found naturally growing. I just rescued over 20 samplings from my sisters house that were all naturally growing. She was just going to rip them out. I'm so excited that they all seem to be doing well, only problem is that now I have to buy more bonsai pots!
I have always enjoyed your elms Nigel! A question about your leaf defoliation timing. Here in Central Pennsylvania I've heard defoliation should take place no later that mid June to give the trees enough time to produce buds for next year and harden off for winter. Are you counting on putting this elm in the glasshouse towards the end of summer to complete it's preparation for winter or are you just really confident in its ability to handle this defoliation? Sorry to inundate you with so much... but the borers that carry Dutch Elm disease carry the fungus on their bodies and when they have bored into the trees the fungus takes up residence in the vascular tissues blocking the flow of sap. Most Dutch Elm infestations occur around 12 to 15 feet off the ground where the borers prefer to fly... By keeping your elm bonsai short you're keeping it out of harm's way 😜!
Great video Nigel! I'm always stressing over my oaks and elms, the Japanese beetles love them so I'm assuming you're right to say the leaves must taste good! That stinking dutch elm disease too, it does make the successful years that much more successful feeling! 😂 Thanks again Nigel!
They taste like mixed greens. It's great to toss them in your salads if you pluck them when they are fresh, in early to late spring (and if you defoliate, again in midsummer). Once they get dark and leathery, they become more bitter and tough.
@@StevesBackyardBonsai FWIW, I don't just randomly taste all my bonsai trees, even after a full afternoon of beer and bonsai. I learned about Chinese elms being edible from a UA-camr whose channel is called Growing Your Greens. The only other one I'd heard is edible is portulacaria afra, but to be honest, I haven't tried that one and don't think I will. It looks like it would taste like a raw slug, which I'm just going to assume I wouldn't enjoy.
Nice bark texture on the elm Nigel. I've just moved to Ontario from the West coast. Hoping to meet you some time so I may thank you in person for spreading the joy of bonsai.
My professors used the term Nipple Gall for obvious reasons. Also it doesn't affect the health of the trees at all. It's just unsightly. In the Midwest it is especially bad on Celtis sp.
@@TheBonsaiZone Use your UA-cam powers 🔥💥⚡️☄️ Wouldn’t be that hard to get a big discount or even for free as you have a big audience, I don’t have a single bonsai tree (although I have other plants 🪴) and I watch your channel frequently… and for your indoor projects… connect with a carpenter channel, and exchange subscribers… what would take you weeks may take a weekend for them ✌️☺️
I had a disease or something kill one of my Forsythia this spring. It bloomed nicely, but the leaves never really developed, and then the stem and branches even turned black. It was strange and sad to see. Not sure how to prevent something like this besides maybe chemicals, but I don't know too much about that. I hope the elm turns out beautiful again when the leaves are back!
Hello Nigel, love your channel. I have bought a dwarf Alberta spruce. I prune it and did a few things to it. During winter, should I leave it outside or bring it inside? Thanks.
@@TheBonsaiZone I live in a condo so is in a pot. My backyard build with concrete slaps. Is in a pot that I repot. Is ok if is in a pot and put outside?
Nigel, did you know Tom has had a pacemaker placed? His responses to comments sound like he’s following doctor’s orders and progressing well, but not fully back yet.
Godmorning from Sweden Nigel.I alsohave an elm ,that grow up i my little garden,and it is really a problem with insects on that tree.I defolietet mine last year,and it worked Very well.This year I look under the leaves every morning,and it is always full och small eggs.I spray them direktlywith just water,and it has helpt.This year the leaves look great.Good luck with your beautifl elm😊🌳
So neighborly of you to take such good care of the American Elm. 😊 looking great!
Чудесный проект! Дубовой роще быть
Another good video on trimming. We have a few different varieties of Elms. I had not realized they can be defoliated. That is SO much help. Today’s task get them on work table and further shape them up. Thanks.
Its inspiring to hear that this beautiful elm was found naturally growing. I just rescued over 20 samplings from my sisters house that were all naturally growing. She was just going to rip them out. I'm so excited that they all seem to be doing well, only problem is that now I have to buy more bonsai pots!
This is an excellent tutorial on pruning and on the elm. Really helpful!
I love the nebari on American Elms. I've been meaning to get out into the woods near me and find a good specimen for bonsai. Hell, maybe a few. lol
I have always enjoyed your elms Nigel! A question about your leaf defoliation timing. Here in Central Pennsylvania I've heard defoliation should take place no later that mid June to give the trees enough time to produce buds for next year and harden off for winter. Are you counting on putting this elm in the glasshouse towards the end of summer to complete it's preparation for winter or are you just really confident in its ability to handle this defoliation? Sorry to inundate you with so much... but the borers that carry Dutch Elm disease carry the fungus on their bodies and when they have bored into the trees the fungus takes up residence in the vascular tissues blocking the flow of sap. Most Dutch Elm infestations occur around 12 to 15 feet off the ground where the borers prefer to fly... By keeping your elm bonsai short you're keeping it out of harm's way 😜!
That tree is coming along nicely! Nice bark on the trunk!
Great to watch. American Elms are a good rare species to bonsai!
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Great video Nigel! I'm always stressing over my oaks and elms, the Japanese beetles love them so I'm assuming you're right to say the leaves must taste good! That stinking dutch elm disease too, it does make the successful years that much more successful feeling! 😂
Thanks again Nigel!
I haven't seen the Japanese beetles this year, but I'm sure they are coming!! Thanks Ryan!
Another fun video to watch. It seems like just yesterday when you dug them up :)
That's how I feel too Xavier!!! Time goes by quickly!!
You are so right about insects loving the elm leaves. They must taste great. Excellent video Nigel.
Yes they do!!!
They taste like mixed greens. It's great to toss them in your salads if you pluck them when they are fresh, in early to late spring (and if you defoliate, again in midsummer). Once they get dark and leathery, they become more bitter and tough.
@@DrunkBonsai good to know, thanks!
@@StevesBackyardBonsai FWIW, I don't just randomly taste all my bonsai trees, even after a full afternoon of beer and bonsai. I learned about Chinese elms being edible from a UA-camr whose channel is called Growing Your Greens. The only other one I'd heard is edible is portulacaria afra, but to be honest, I haven't tried that one and don't think I will. It looks like it would taste like a raw slug, which I'm just going to assume I wouldn't enjoy.
@@DrunkBonsai 🤣
Nice bark texture on the elm Nigel. I've just moved to Ontario from the West coast. Hoping to meet you some time so I may thank you in person for spreading the joy of bonsai.
Very nice, I’m working on a few, ever thought about making a floriglory bonsai? They have small leaves and pretty flowers 🌸
My professors used the term Nipple Gall for obvious reasons. Also it doesn't affect the health of the trees at all. It's just unsightly. In the Midwest it is especially bad on Celtis sp.
Winter is Coming 🥶
Are you going to build a bigger plastic greenhouse? Or any adjustments inside 😊
I'll have to see how it goes time wise, I have lots to do!
@@TheBonsaiZone Use your UA-cam powers 🔥💥⚡️☄️
Wouldn’t be that hard to get a big discount or even for free as you have a big audience, I don’t have a single bonsai tree (although I have other plants 🪴) and I watch your channel frequently… and for your indoor projects… connect with a carpenter channel, and exchange subscribers… what would take you weeks may take a weekend for them
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I had a disease or something kill one of my Forsythia this spring. It bloomed nicely, but the leaves never really developed, and then the stem and branches even turned black. It was strange and sad to see. Not sure how to prevent something like this besides maybe chemicals, but I don't know too much about that.
I hope the elm turns out beautiful again when the leaves are back!
Hello Nigel, love your channel. I have bought a dwarf Alberta spruce. I prune it and did a few things to it. During winter, should I leave it outside or bring it inside? Thanks.
It's best if you put the tree in the ground for the winter. They need a cold period, but not too cold!
@@TheBonsaiZone I live in a condo so is in a pot. My backyard build with concrete slaps. Is in a pot that I repot.
Is ok if is in a pot and put outside?
@@TheBonsaiZone First ever bonsai I made. Thanks Nigel. :)
@@TranYork It should be OK, I'd wrap it in burlap to help shield it from the wind, keep it watered on days that are above freezing!
Is summer the best time to prune hard or during winter?
Early winter is best for big cuts!
Depends on the tree you're working on
Nigel, did you know Tom has had a pacemaker placed? His responses to comments sound like he’s following doctor’s orders and progressing well, but not fully back yet.
Nigel você poderia mostrar seu viveiro, preciso de inspiração para organizar minhas plantas.
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Nice
Luck Kevin!
Doesnt soap kill the plant as well?
Not if you rinse it all away!
@@TheBonsaiZone thank you!
Where is Nigel?😮
I was on the road all weekend, so lots of bonsai videos coming up!!
I bet you could pluck it like a chicken, and then do a final clean-up with scissors.
Is it Chinese elm
No, an American Elm!