They are thirsty trees alright but no not as thirsty willows. They make very nice small bonsai and the leaves come down in size quite quickly. Give em a go says I. Cheers. Sid.
I’ve never heard it seen of the royal variety before. It looks really interesting. I am very keen to see this one again mid summer with leaves. Keep up the good work, I always love seeing a new notification saying you’ve uploaded a new video
Thank you. Here's a funny thing though. I was listening to a gardening show on the radio today and they were talking about it. They also said there is a cut leaf beech. Guess what I want now. Cheers. Sid.
@@SidsTrees Its strange when that happens. I am fully expecting to go for a walk later and out of no where notice hundreds of royal alders that have seemingly appeared out of no where!! hopefully you find the cut leaf beech, that would be a nice addition to the collection.
Hi Dani. Depends on the depth of pot. I have some in shallow pots which dry out quickly. They really dont like that at all. They stay in water trays and i keep them topped up during the growing season. The roots will grow throgh the drainage hole into the water and need to be cut back occasionally. They need to be checked over winter to ensure they stay moist. Some I have in deeper pots seem to be okay without but again, need to ensure they don't get too dry. Hope that helps. Stay safe
I'll consider it. I hesitate as it seems to be working for me, here but may not work as well for others circumstances and environment etc. Cheers. Sid.
Hi and thank you for your reply much appreciated, I live in the UK too. The only bonsai soil mix videos I have found that are any good are for you tubers how do not live in the UK, so a lot of the ingredients they use are not avaliable or too expensive to ship to the UK. At the moment I use a daitomatuous earth mix(Tesco cat litter). I have tryed to mix my own using advise from Peter Chan(Herons Bonsais) and Nigel Saunders(the bonsai zone). Any help would be appreciated.
It will be really nice when the leaves start popping out.
Nice work Sid!
Thank you Nigel.
I've not considered Alder until now, interesting foliage. Thanks! Are they as thirsty as say, Willow?
They are thirsty trees alright but no not as thirsty willows. They make very nice small bonsai and the leaves come down in size quite quickly. Give em a go says I. Cheers. Sid.
Nice vid, Sid. Interesting species. Hopefully the tree responds well. Good luck.
Thank you.
I’ve never heard it seen of the royal variety before. It looks really interesting. I am very keen to see this one again mid summer with leaves. Keep up the good work, I always love seeing a new notification saying you’ve uploaded a new video
Thank you. Here's a funny thing though. I was listening to a gardening show on the radio today and they were talking about it. They also said there is a cut leaf beech. Guess what I want now. Cheers. Sid.
@@SidsTrees Its strange when that happens. I am fully expecting to go for a walk later and out of no where notice hundreds of royal alders that have seemingly appeared out of no where!! hopefully you find the cut leaf beech, that would be a nice addition to the collection.
I enjoy your videos..thank you for the time and knowledge you share with us. It is appreciated!
Thanks for watching.
Looks quite nice after pruning. Cheers
Thanks. Cheers. Sid.
That is a good start!
Grts
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Thank you. Looking for a cut leaf beech now. Cheers. Sid.
Nice !!!!…...Love the leaf shape should make a lovely tree when you have reduced leaf size....Cheers from Inverness
One of aldars is well-nibbled by deer, the other has reverted to graft stock. Nonetheless I love them.
Hi Sid! I’m new to Alder. Would you say growing them in water/humidity trays is generally the best option?
Hi Dani. Depends on the depth of pot. I have some in shallow pots which dry out quickly. They really dont like that at all. They stay in water trays and i keep them topped up during the growing season. The roots will grow throgh the drainage hole into the water and need to be cut back occasionally. They need to be checked over winter to ensure they stay moist. Some I have in deeper pots seem to be okay without but again, need to ensure they don't get too dry. Hope that helps. Stay safe
@@SidsTrees Thanks for your response!
Welcome
I like!
I like too. Cheers. Sid.
Hi great video love whar you are doing, could you do a video on the type of growing medium you use, please.
I'll consider it. I hesitate as it seems to be working for me, here but may not work as well for others circumstances and environment etc. Cheers. Sid.
Hi and thank you for your reply much appreciated, I live in the UK too. The only bonsai soil mix videos I have found that are any good are for you tubers how do not live in the UK, so a lot of the ingredients they use are not avaliable or too expensive to ship to the UK. At the moment I use a daitomatuous earth mix(Tesco cat litter). I have tryed to mix my own using advise from Peter Chan(Herons Bonsais) and Nigel Saunders(the bonsai zone). Any help would be appreciated.
What type of medium are u using. It looks like pure turf is with no organic
60% kitty litter 30% potting grit 10% organic matter. Cheers. Sid.
Sid, at 9:20 your tree looks like a scary man sitting down pointing (is this the baby WICKER MAN)? 👀
Wow it really does! I won't be able to look at this tree without seeing it now. Lol. Cheers. Sid
Maybe you should make videos on the other side of your property, where hopefully less insane neighbours might terrorize you and us.
I hardly ever notice them. Don't let them bother you. Cheers. Sid