Rescuing a Neglected Cotoneaster for Bonsai🪴Exposed Roots!
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- Опубліковано 5 сер 2024
- In this Bonsai video, we rescue a neglected cotoneaster and make it into a Bonsai tree with an exposed root style! I personally find that working with neglected material for Bonsai is not only a budget-friendly option but also a chance to craft incredibly unique and beautiful trees!
If you are new to Bonsai and want to get started with a relatively easy tree to work on, there is no better tree to start with than the Cotoneaster! This remarkable species offers a wonderful entry point for beginners, thanks to its relatively easy care requirements and forgiving nature.
The small leaves and internodes make this species an absolute joy to work with! Pruning and shaping become easier tasks, allowing you to exercise your creativity and develop your bonsai styling skills.
Beyond its aesthetics, the cotoneaster is also relatively low-maintenance. With proper care, including regular watering, appropriate soil composition, and occasional fertilization, cotoneasters can thrive for many years.
Exposed roots add a touch of natural elegance and artistic charm to a Bonsai, and this Cotoneaster is no exception. Despite some neglect, I'm determined to revive its inherent beauty and showcase its potential as a true Bonsai gem!
TIMECODES:
00:00 - Intro.
00:17 - About The Tree.
01:03 - The Tools/Bonsai Wire Used.
02:10 - Revealing the Trunk.
02:33 - Working On The Roots.
05:09 - Washing The Roots.
05:38 - Bonsai Styles and Design Options.
07:47 - Working On The Foliage.
09:06 - How To Take Cotoneaster Cuttings.
10:09 - Root Pruning and Exposed Root Styling Ideas.
13:47 - Repotting The Cotoneaster Bonsai Tree.
17:20 - Watering / Beauty Shots.
17:42 - BONUS! Cotoneasters From Last Year.
18:38 - Outro.
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I love how after a repot like this, rather than the tree looking "finished" per se it's just absolutely rich with potential. seeing what you've turned it into and imagining what it could be a few years from now is just so exciting
I completely agree with you Samson! After a first repot, a Bonsai indeed enters a phase of great potential and possibilities. It's amazing to witness the transformation and imagine how the tree will develop over the coming years!🌳🌱
Fantastic teacher and bonsai; really enjoy your videos, you’re the Bob Ross of bonsai!!!!!!!!!
Awe wow thanks so much!!
I can't wait to see this one progress tbh
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Great video! I've not done an exposed root before and I do so love cotoneasters with their little cute berries. As a little mame tree they remind me of apple trees.
Ohh I know what you mean! They are tough little trees and can be made into lots of Bonsai styles! 😊
Almost a banyan style to this now!
Yeah!! 😊 I have to say I was a little inspired to make a more unique looking tree after seeing some of the trees at that exhibition you were at recently!!
@@notionbonsai Sounds like a plan!
Love this as a different way of working towards a future exposed root.
Hey thanks Posy Potions! I'm looking forward to seeing how this develops over the years!
Great little project tree Adam. 👍
I hope it does well in this pot Jason! Once I saw them aerial roots in the soil I knew it had to be an exposed root style!
I really like your cotoneaster playlist. The next time you do an update, could you please talk about your wound care winter spring summer fall. Thanks good work.
Amazing! 😍😍😍
Thanks Brendan! 🪴🙂✂️
I have seen people using pieces of thin rubber hose, then pierce small holes in it and then thread the wire through to prevent wire marks when using guywires in this fashion. I just applied some of it to a big branch on my ficus and worked the trick. No wire cutting into the branch. What a great find this little cottoneaster. Great vision to decide the future style of the tree into an exposed root bonsai. Some bold decision making there. Well done!
Thank you for your kind words! Using pieces of thin rubber hose to protect the branches from wire marks is indeed a clever technique. I love how Bonsai artists often come up with creative solutions to address specific challenges in tree styling and care, and this is a wonderful example. 😊🪴
Super cool idea. Looking forward to seeing it again in a future video.
Thanks Michael!! I'm also really looking forward to seeing how it develops!
Cotoneasters are great to make small bonsai : small leafs, tough as a rock to survive and react so well to trimming. Right now, your Cotoneaster doesn't look any special but wait just a year or two and it will be something already entirely different.
I have 5 shohin Cotoneasters in my collection and right now they have flowers and a few berries, they're soooo adorable !
I'm so glad that you're a young bonsai fan, you're a great example for other youngsters to start with this amazing hobby, Adam ! 👍
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! I completely agree with you about Cotoneasters. They are fantastic trees for bonsai with their small leaves and ability to withstand pruning. It's amazing how they transform and develop character over just a year or two. As a young Bonsai artist, I'm honored to be seen as an example for others who are interested in this wonderful hobby. I hope to inspire and share my experiences to help others embark on their own bonsai journeys. Thank you for your support! 💖😊🪴
Great job Adam
Thank you Donna 😊
That trunk looks really interesting. I'm looking forward to future updates on this tree
Thanks Pedro! 🪴🙂
Love your tutorials. They are very well done. Thank you.
You're very welcome! Thank you for watching my video!!
@@notionbonsaiThank you for your response. I have one question: Will the finer roots above the soil eventually be cut off as the Cotoneaster grows just leaving the three larger roots?
Man, that cotoneaster looks so promising, I hope it turns into a great bonsai. 💪
Thanks Juanjo!! I hope so too!
Brave work on this one dude. Love a bit of exposed root, and this could be a beauty!
Thanks Tony! Here's hoping it settles well into that pot 🪴🙂
Hi Adam I think you have made the most of the cotoneaster in years to come it should get better and better, I personally are keen on exposed root trees but in this case it was the right way to go. Great to see you picked it up in the No hope area of the garden centre, something I used to do about 25 or 30 years ago when garden centres were privately owned and not the huge conglomerates they are now, back then there was no apps like Facebook on the web so it was difficult to get advice on bonsai apart from the small collection of books around at that time. All the best with your cotoneasters Adam.
Thank you very much Joe! The no hope area is the best for Bonsai!! There are a few still privately owned over here and they are the most welcoming people!!
Love the exposed roots on this one Adam! It has a lot of promise.
Thank you very much Raymond 🙂
Oh yes lovely!
I just picked one up that has tremendous potential. Great informative video Adam. Cheers
Aw nice one Steve! Thanks very much 🌼🪴😊
Muchas gracias por compartir tan excelente trabajo
What a beautiful tree!❤
Thanks An Cat 😊
You can rescue a few neglected trees in my garden if you want Adam! Another great video - cheers
Would love to sometime! Thanks so much Xavier! 😄🪴
@@notionbonsai If you are ever up this way (Greenwoods) then I am easy to find and good for a drink :)
That little one has a good future in your hands🤩🌲, thank you 😊
Thank you Gloria!! 🙂 Do you have any trees yourself?
Great video Adam. Your update trees give me inspiration for the cotoneasters (retrieved from the no hope section) I had to cut way back to just stumps . They are starting to grow new branches and I'm excited to see where their forms take me. I picked up a new upright one yesterday which will probably get cut way back also. Seem like this species needs to be reset to bring out the vision that might be in your head even if you thought it was pretty perfect when you bought it. I may be working on more of these in the future because they are tough as nails. I left one of mine in the rinse bucket for several weeks then accidentally left it out of the bucket on a hot sunny day and the roots did basically dry out. I planted it and It's alive and growing! Your trees are an inspiration and you have so much knowledge, skill and teaching ability for someone so young...keep up the good work. I look forward to more of your projects and updates.
Thank you so much for your kind words and support Karen! 😊You are totally right they are quite a tough species and can handle a lot!🌱🌿 I appreciate your encouragement and I'll continue to share more projects and updates in the future. Thank you for being a part of the Bonsai community🌳✨
such a cool little tree.
Love it
Good job Sir.
Cotoneaster expose root.
I am appretiate for your activity.
Thank you very much Egoe! 😊🪴
Very interesting shape 👍🙂
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Hi Adam ,just subscribed to your channel. I love your enthusiasm and the clear way that you describe all the actions you take.i have only just started my bonsai journey, my son bought me a cotoneaster last Father’s Day (2022) and he bought me a larch this Father’s Day. I also have a Alberta Spruce that was a tiny table top Christmas tree in 2020, now 40cm high and a Yew that was a tiny sapling that i found growing in my garden 4 years ago also now 40cm high. Looking forward to catching up with your channel over time , all the best ,Martin
Great Job!
Hey thanks Ancient Oak!
J'ai plusieurs cotoneaster, super pour commencer le bonsaïs
Ils le sont certainement! 😊😊
Loving the vids and the channel❤
Thank you! 🤗🌱
I'm delighted with what you do and the way you are "ruthless" with creations. One question - I see that you trim your bonsai at the same time you repot them. I have heard others say that is a mistake, particularly with azaleas. I would like your advice and cautions if there are any.
Hey Rick! 🙂Trimming Bonsai at the same time as repotting can be a debated topic, and it's important to consider the specific needs of each tree species. While some caution against extensive pruning during repotting, it can be done successfully if you follow certain guidelines.
It's important to assess the health and vigor of the tree. If the tree is weak or stressed, it's best to focus on repotting and allow it to recover before any major pruning. However, if the tree is healthy and actively growing, some light pruning can be done during repotting to shape the branches or encourage desired growth.
When pruning during repotting, it's generally recommended to avoid excessive root pruning and foliage pruning simultaneously, as it can put additional stress on the tree. Instead, focus on minimal root work and light foliage pruning, removing any excessive growth or crossing branches.
It's a good idea to research the specific needs of each tree species and assess their current health when deciding on the extent of pruning during repotting. Taking a cautious approach, observing the tree's response, and providing proper aftercare will help ensure the best outcomes. 🤗 Hope this helps!!
Thanks for your clear instructions. Enjoy watching your channel 19:31
Thank you for your support Marsha!
Very helpful and intresting
Glad you found it helpful!!
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Please make a video on how to make perfect soil for bonsai 😊.it will mean a lot
Hey Animesh! Thanks for the suggestion! This will be an idea for a video in the future!
Adam, another great video! Love your explanations. Will you leave the small hairy roots to develop over time? The way you developed the older CA’s is awesome, they are looking great. Pretty little flowers and berries!
Hey David! The little thin roots exposed above the soil will probably dry up and only the thicker ones will remain 😃
Good job as always. It's amazing how fast your chanel has grown.
Thank you for your kind words Dan! 😊 I'm grateful for the support and appreciation from viewers like you. It's been a wonderful journey, and I'm glad to see the channel growing and reaching more people who share a passion for Bonsai. 🪴
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I love watching these videos. Is it possible to show where you get your wire, soil etc etc? Would be handy. I don't know if I could get pumice, akadama and lava rock in The Netherlands.
Hey RBMyro! It can be found from various places online like Amazon, Ebay, Etsy...and others! I order my soil from Poland from a Bonsai nursery called IBUKI Bonsai.
You’ll be lucky if that tree makes it cotoneasters should never be bare root washed when there that young they need at least one third of that rootball because u gotta remember it needs that stored energy to make fruit
Hey Timothy! Thank you for your input and concern. It's true that bare-rooting young trees, especially when they have a limited root system, can be risky and may impact their ability to establish and grow. The stored energy in the rootball is indeed important for the overall health and vigor of the tree.
However, I know that this tree is healthy and is ok to do so. Cotoneasters can handle a lot of root pruning also and I feel that I left enough root for this tree to recover easily. Before this tree produces fruit I will dead head the flowers for this year. It is also important to give the tree the correct after care to ensure that it will thrive 🙂
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This could be a Pixar movie. Neglected tree in a dark corner of the garden centre being bullied by brambles every day. One day a kind young gardener spots it a sees the potential. Drama and heartwarming moments ensue. By the end of the movie, as the old gardener sits in the garden of his country retreat in northern Japan, it's clear that they've both been changed for the better having known eachother. 🥲
Love it
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