Rainy Day Bonsai Work - Making a Portulacaria Afra Bonsai Gift + Tropical Bonsai Indoors

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  • Опубліковано 19 гру 2024

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  • @TheBonsaiZone
    @TheBonsaiZone 3 роки тому +2

    The clump looks great in the new pot!!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thanks Nigel! I learned from the best. 😉

  • @oscars85
    @oscars85 2 роки тому +1

    I really like those woof fired clay pots from Rays. The way the ash changes the glaze is just awesome.

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  2 роки тому +2

      🌟Thanks Oscars! Yes, I love that finish too! I just need to get him to make a few big pots and I’ll be in heaven!

  • @TheUrbanNemophilist
    @TheUrbanNemophilist 2 роки тому +1

    Pretty little bonsai

  • @growclipbonsaiforseniors1951
    @growclipbonsaiforseniors1951 3 роки тому +1

    Nice little triple trunk Port in a nice looking pot. Great idea for a gift. On the tape, try stretching the corner. Helps sometimes to get it apart. Nice indoor greenhouse. Plants will grow great for the winter months.

  • @BostonBonsaiIdiot
    @BostonBonsaiIdiot 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, look at the roots on those little dudes. I assume they were started from cuttings? Came out great, but if I had that pot, I wouldn’t gift it. I’d board it all to myself, like a good bonsai guy.

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Yup, those were cuttings. I was very happy to see those roots. Well, at least the pot is in the family and I can get it back when, I mean if, if the ports die. 😀

  • @TropicalBonsai
    @TropicalBonsai 3 роки тому +1

    Nice organized bench and work station. I have tools and plants scattered everywhere.

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thank,you. My wife keeps me in line. Lol. 🤣

  • @DavesBonsai
    @DavesBonsai 3 роки тому +1

    I can respect a fellow bonsai enthusiast who uses some "Flex" products. One of my first videos showcases that. Nice looking PA!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +1

      Ha,ha. Thanks. I think I remember that video, now that you mention it. I kinda messed up the editing on that part, but overall I guess it made sense. 😀

  • @danbehrens1621
    @danbehrens1621 3 роки тому +1

    I didn’t know that about variegated. That explains why my plant isn’t growing very much.😅 thanks for sharing.👍

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +1

      🌟Yup, Nigel taught me that.. I didn’t realize either! 😀

  • @ScottWinnardLetsdoBonsai
    @ScottWinnardLetsdoBonsai 3 роки тому +1

    NIce work Jay, that grouping came together nicely, cool cabinet inside as well!!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thank you Scott! I learned it from Nigel.. monkey see, monkey do. 😝 Why does everything seem 10 times harder when you are filming? Ha ha. Cheers!

  • @mattbrennan647
    @mattbrennan647 3 роки тому +2

    New Sub Jay. I have to work my way through your play list. Thanks, keep growing l

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +1

      Matt, I really appreciate your support. I see your comments an all the channels I watch. I am nowhere close to those levels, but you are more than welcome to join me on my journey to learn. 😀

  • @BonsaiJCan
    @BonsaiJCan 3 роки тому +1

    Really cool video Jay ! Love the way you test for potential bonsai babysitters, 😄👍 very nice planting. I really like your indoor setup and trees, can't wait to see you work on them.

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thanks J. I’ll see what I can work on coming up. Unfortunately I did a bunch of work just before this crazy idea of posting videos… but as long as they grow there will be future work, right? 😀 I don’t know how you guys do it.. 👍

  • @jacobmadore4316
    @jacobmadore4316 3 роки тому +1

    GREAT VIDEO!!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Jacob. So glad you enjoyed it! You'll be in an upcoming video (summer bench build).

  • @Matador_2004
    @Matador_2004 3 роки тому +1

    Great video. I love the blue jay statue :)

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thanks James. We’ll have to film one together next weekend. ❤️

    • @MaybeBonsai
      @MaybeBonsai 3 роки тому +1

      James, I am expecting your Japanese Maples to make appearances in some videos in the coming years!

  • @אריאלכורם
    @אריאלכורם 3 роки тому +1

    Just whatched this video and got disappointed when I saw there are no more ...
    Great first video, good luck with future video !
    Can't wait 😁

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thank you! I wish I was retired like Nigel so I could make videos everyday, but for a few years more I am still a working stiff. 🤣👍

  • @josephwatts2341
    @josephwatts2341 3 роки тому +1

    Nice work Jay!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Joseph, you’re a great bonsai friend. 😀 I’m waiting to watch your videos.. coming anytime soon? 🎥

    • @josephwatts2341
      @josephwatts2341 3 роки тому +1

      @@BlueJayBonsai I’m working on some. Busy time of year at my job. The two months are going to be heck.

    • @josephwatts2341
      @josephwatts2341 3 роки тому

      My bonsai and project channel is called Tin Joe’s Station

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      @@josephwatts2341 no rush.. took me a year to post a video. 😀 Best of luck at work. Hopefully you get some overtime or bonus. 👍

    • @josephwatts2341
      @josephwatts2341 3 роки тому

      @@BlueJayBonsai I forget how many videos I have posted on my bonsai channel.

  • @NgebolangApaAja
    @NgebolangApaAja 3 роки тому +1

    Nice sir👍🏻

  • @katedodd79
    @katedodd79 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Jay, for your first full video that was REALLY enjoyable. The tension was palpable waiting for you to catch the edge of the double-sided tape 😅😆🤣

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Wow, you are too kind. I thought that was the worst part! 😴Cheers!

    • @katedodd79
      @katedodd79 3 роки тому +1

      @@BlueJayBonsai - I know I joked about the tape part, but honestly your filming of the repotting was great quality, I like your sense of humour too; I enjoyed seeing all your tropicals and am really jealous of your indoor unit (even if you did set it up like that to thwart your cat!). Maybe a future video could be showing us all your trees (sort of bench tour)? I'm sure others would like to see that. Best wishes, kate

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Ah yes, that helps (and makes more sense). Thanks 👍😀

  • @bethdietz7559
    @bethdietz7559 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Jay- just subbed (from The Bonsai zone chat 😎). Looks great! Interestingly, I have found that my variegated schefflera do not grow as vigorously as well- hadn’t thought about it till you mentioned it. Keep the content coming!

    • @bethdietz7559
      @bethdietz7559 3 роки тому +1

      Ps- what a thoughtful host gift!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Thanks Beth! I’ll do my best… your kind words are a great motivation. 👍

  • @MaybeBonsai
    @MaybeBonsai 3 роки тому +2

    Looks like somebody has got a lot of Portulacaria cuttings and it's not me! Where did you get that plastic mesh? It looks really sturdy!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      Ha ha Xin! Don’t be surprised if one day you step outside and a big batch of portulacaria is sitting on your doorstep. 😜 jk. Every time I visit Kim’s Nature (even just to walk around and look) I grab a couple of sheets. They have them next to the cash register. If you plan to go let me know and we’ll meet up there. 👍

    • @MaybeBonsai
      @MaybeBonsai 3 роки тому +1

      @@BlueJayBonsai oh Kim's, I been there only once as I find their prices a bit high but then again everything is high these days!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому

      @@MaybeBonsai Yup, that’s why I mostly just “window shop" and daydream. 😀

  • @michaelmason4206
    @michaelmason4206 Місяць тому +1

    So, as you give this a gift to your friends, what are the simplest watering instructions and light instructions you would give them to ensure the largest chance for success

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  Місяць тому

      I no longer give away portulacaria afra. I really feel they need a grow light (here in Canada) for the winter months. Otherwise I would say sunny south facing window. Water when the leaves get wrinkly.

  • @mirandusings
    @mirandusings 3 роки тому +1

    Please let us see an update on this clump before you give it away on Thanksgiving!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +2

      🌟Hi Tora! It was for Canadian thanksgiving- so it was the next weekend that I gave it away. You can see it in the next video.. pretty much the same. I will take some footage next time I am at my SIL’s place and share. Thanks for watching!

  • @mikegillespie5218
    @mikegillespie5218 2 роки тому +1

    Flex tape FTW! Do we know how the portulacaria Afra is doing? I suggest you show up unexpected (while recording) to find out. Lol

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  2 роки тому +1

      🌟Thanks Mike! Funny you ask.. I just found out last week that it died. 😢 But I will be getting the pot back and making them something else.. What can you do.. family. 🤣

    • @mikegillespie5218
      @mikegillespie5218 2 роки тому +1

      @@BlueJayBonsai perhaps it’s doing just fine but word got back to them that they’re being considered for watering duties. 😀

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  2 роки тому +2

      @@mikegillespie5218 ha ha! Good one Mike. 🤣

  • @aaryansetia9093
    @aaryansetia9093 3 роки тому +1

    Nigel sent me!

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Aaryan! Nigel is the best! 👍