Creating Bonsai from Starter Conifers Hinoki Cypress, Blawws Juniper & Cryptomeria

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  • Опубліковано 30 тра 2020
  • In this video I take three different starter tree species and create some lovely bonsai trees.
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  • @mikenco
    @mikenco 4 роки тому +112

    Peter, it was 45 mins into the video when you mentioned the virus and self filming. I hadn't even noticed! There are no quality issues with this format. The quality of your videos comes from your extensive knowledge. Thank you for all your time you give to create these videos and sharing so generously.

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 4 роки тому +18

      Thank you for your kind feedback.

    • @marievickbartucci134
      @marievickbartucci134 9 місяців тому

      You are such a wonderful teacher.I am obsessed with Bonsai.

  • @joncarroh
    @joncarroh 4 роки тому +85

    When Peter drops a toothpick, two months later a 3 ft tree appears!

    • @georgehorvath83
      @georgehorvath83 3 роки тому +2

      Two, probably, since he would air layer it by then :D

  • @bonsaiforu
    @bonsaiforu 4 роки тому +83

    You will never be disappointed by the shirt

  • @robinread2250
    @robinread2250 4 роки тому +171

    You’re a natural teacher, I think you would be great at teaching anything, but I and many others are glad you’re teaching bonsai

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 4 роки тому +42

      I was going to teach Electrical Engineering when I graduated - Glad I didn't

    • @jessestambaugh447
      @jessestambaugh447 4 роки тому

      I think you have the most beautiful as pine trees bonds eyes and the world that I've seen I would give about anything to have a forest but there ala my price range I have walked and and to old the start one but your trees are gorgeous my name is Jesse stamel arm from United States And I would love to have one of your forest I had sent you attacks a while ago that my idle and wife loved then and I could just never afford to give her 1 before she passed So I watch your show all the time and I keep waiting for one day that 1 of your sequoias or a forest with pop up into my price range that I could afford I even ask you on a text that I sent you could I put 1 on layaway like and send you payments and and ship it to me when I got it paid for at would be the only way I could probly ever afford 1:00 a.m. thinking for less then my name's Jesse Stambaugh a my Gmail address is Jesse staball 63 Maryland

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 3 роки тому +2

      @@jessestambaugh447 Keep in touch. You seem a very nice person and bonsai should give you lots of pleasure and fulfilment

    • @sammyboy4846
      @sammyboy4846 3 роки тому

      i like his teachings and hes right theres no rule book on how to make bonsai.

    • @seahorsepark301
      @seahorsepark301 3 роки тому

      Too many lesson I've learned every video of hersons bonsai

  • @XTheXRizzaX
    @XTheXRizzaX 4 роки тому +44

    Your videos have made me obsessed with Bonsai. I’m on a learning binge and this is going to be my biggest hobby. All because of you. Thank you.

    • @heerp.4023
      @heerp.4023 Рік тому +1

      How’s the bonsai hobby nowadays?

    • @Thesortvokter
      @Thesortvokter 4 місяці тому

      Lots of great bonsai material to be found for free along roads.... Good luck

  • @user-sy6hz1mu9n
    @user-sy6hz1mu9n 8 місяців тому +1

    Peter, I would like to offer my opinion on your comment that you have always thought your voice to be boring: I actually find your voice to be soothing & relaxing! I love your videos for that as well as your information & expertise on bonsai care, etc...thank you so much !

  • @denhardy7238
    @denhardy7238 Рік тому +1

    Because an accident I’m not able to get to herons any more I’ve watched you from the beginning of your UA-cam adventure still finding what you present so refreshing always something to learn 😊Dennis the butcher

  • @ianappleby4189
    @ianappleby4189 4 роки тому +11

    You should do more of this. Something from nothing is my favorite topic. I work at a nursery and get the throwaways all the time and you give me inspiration.

  • @carmenbitzer3583
    @carmenbitzer3583 2 роки тому

    I am so grateful for these videos.

  • @anonymousposter6461
    @anonymousposter6461 2 роки тому

    15:46 he gets hit by a pebble lol. Made me laugh from surprise. Always great videos, Mr. Chen. Thank you so much for putting out so many.

  • @tinekewilde216
    @tinekewilde216 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you Peter, I have learned so much; I also learned not to discard any cuttings. I thoroughly enjoyed your video and I am very thankful that there are people like you who take all the time to teach people like me! 🙏😊

  • @bonsaipiper3773
    @bonsaipiper3773 3 роки тому +2

    Mr. Chan you are an educator 1st and a businessman 2nd. Nothing wrong with that at all. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
    I watch the commercials on your videos to help the business end. Greetings from the USA.

  • @nileshkukadia3216
    @nileshkukadia3216 4 роки тому +1

    We do not get bored with your long videos.
    It keeps me going during the 10,000 steps for Acorns charity.

  • @FloridaWildlife
    @FloridaWildlife 2 роки тому

    I have the reprinted version of your book from 1994. I will always treasure it. I have had it for about 25 yrs.

  • @MsTilda2
    @MsTilda2 2 роки тому

    I simply treasure your channel, I have learned so so mush, you Are such a wonderfull teacher, I am now on my way to the neighbour s garden,, 😅👍👍and Then the Woods nearby to see after pines, I live in Denmark, so there is lots of material.Thank you for All your time and Therese great videos🤗❤️❤️

  • @coneflower5101
    @coneflower5101 Рік тому

    Learning so much from your videos. Thank you for sharing.

  • @craighunter3273
    @craighunter3273 4 роки тому +13

    That was a huge effort. Well done. You are very generous and selfless with regard time and sharing your passion.

  • @greencreekstudios1990
    @greencreekstudios1990 3 роки тому +1

    I love your videos you are very straight to the point. Thanks for the teaching

  • @MrPotato0302
    @MrPotato0302 4 роки тому +5

    Thanks Peter for another great video!

  • @dismith73
    @dismith73 3 роки тому +4

    You have provided many happy hours of entertainment and encouragement for me while I am learning all I can about the art of bonsai. Thank you for being such a creative and practical teacher

  • @jasheragirl
    @jasheragirl 3 роки тому

    I love your bonsai trees.

  • @fungitorix
    @fungitorix 2 роки тому

    So useful tips.
    Thank you for your selfless sharing of your great experience.
    My deep respect, sir.

  • @jotaroslegs2345
    @jotaroslegs2345 3 роки тому +1

    I could never get bored listening to you and watching you shape these into Bonsai trees. Amazing!

  • @michaelbirt6972
    @michaelbirt6972 Рік тому

    Thanks Guru Peter... I'm always recommending these videos on Facebook bonsai groups as people constantly post a pic of a new tree they've bought or been given and ask what they should do with it. Even though I've been doing this for a few years I learn something every time I watch one, and they've been great during winter nights while I work on my trees, and Covid lockdowns.

  • @JustinJoyinglife
    @JustinJoyinglife 4 роки тому +24

    4:20-4:30 is the reason I watch all ads AND click "view advertisement". Any help I can give, I will. Thanks for everything. Very much appreciated.

  • @Christopher_Giustolisi
    @Christopher_Giustolisi 11 місяців тому

    these plastic pots are great. They´re cheap, they give you an idea of how it´ll look like in a ceramic pot and they´re deep enough so they don´t slow down the growth too much. I know, as a beginner you usually want instant results but patience is one of the most important thimngs in Bonsai. You can get a nice ceramic pot when the tree is more refined. I grow my young mame and shohin bonsai in joghurt cups, cream cheese packages and noodle soup cups. They get nice pots when they´re more refined.

  • @amirebitari8359
    @amirebitari8359 4 роки тому +4

    I have learned a lot about bonsai from your videos . thank you peter, from Iran

  • @Tarian_475
    @Tarian_475 4 роки тому +47

    Maybe you should start the Peter Chan’s challenge where people take one of the three from garden centre stock and send you pictures/videos of their process.

    • @mynala110
      @mynala110 4 роки тому +6

      I love it! Another excuse to go to the nursery and buy more stock 😂

    • @BeeBait
      @BeeBait 3 роки тому +2

      Pretty good idea. If it starts, I've already got three I just picked up!

    • @jessestambaugh447
      @jessestambaugh447 3 роки тому

      Like a gentleman said you could drop a Tooth pick pick it up And there will be A forest . I would love to get one of your books and have it signed you are a great Teacher Mr. Peter did you have children That talk after you grow Bonds eyes I have a great day and stay safe We do need to figure how you can sell to the United States I would love to get my hands on one of your forest someday maybe. That's why I asked could they be sent daring dormant time

    • @kagitsune
      @kagitsune 3 роки тому

      It would be so lovely to have an online forum or similar for this!

  • @annierampersad3982
    @annierampersad3982 4 роки тому +7

    Thanks Peter.This is a beautiful and refreshing morning because I am watching your amazing bosai techniques. There is the sound of rain and thunder and now and then a flash a lightning across the sky.The rain is finally here in Trinidad⛈️

  • @kn544
    @kn544 4 роки тому +2

    Again a great learning session. Thank you Peter. But you shouldn't worry about advertisement. Due to your videos i decided to order new trees from your nursery and each of them arrived healthy and well packed. And until this day they are all healthy and vigorous. I'm looking forward to my next shopping tour

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 4 роки тому +2

      Nice to know. Thank you. Please put your comments on Google for Herons Bonsai.

    • @kn544
      @kn544 4 роки тому +1

      I just ordered again yesterday. So yes i will leave my recommendation on Google :)

  • @leehunt3234
    @leehunt3234 4 роки тому +3

    Never too long Peter, love watching your videos, you are a master !

  • @Diane-xh7vl
    @Diane-xh7vl 10 місяців тому

    Excellent 👌 you are very gifted 👏👏👏 thank you

  • @071Tom
    @071Tom 2 роки тому

    Peter, Thank you for the amazing videos, I am 51 this year and you have inspired me to try my hand at Bonsai

  • @MrBlackbamboo
    @MrBlackbamboo 3 роки тому

    excellent video nice little bonsais in the making

  • @krispopov9655
    @krispopov9655 2 роки тому

    Hello from Australia I just love your videos and I just starting and learning so much thank you master for sharing your knowledge

  • @kristenb7840
    @kristenb7840 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you Peter Chan! I really enjoyed this video. You are a ray of sunshine and a thoughtful teacher.

  • @tomasthillman8022
    @tomasthillman8022 2 роки тому

    I love it, made my first Bonsai today.
    Love from Sweden

  • @sylviaszegedi521
    @sylviaszegedi521 4 роки тому +3

    I just wanted to thank you for doing these videos. I'm new at bonsai and I'm learning so much. So thank you so much.

  • @JY-zq5jk
    @JY-zq5jk 4 роки тому +8

    Your knowledge and teaching inspired me to want to try to bonsai a tree. I look forward to learning more from you. Thank you very much. USA.

  • @jackykirk5002
    @jackykirk5002 4 роки тому

    Thank you x love listening and watching you work x you are so therapeutic x

  • @carolinesmercantile4290
    @carolinesmercantile4290 2 роки тому

    The MOST useful video on UA-cam! Thank you so much for the lesson!

  • @TimNortonGuru
    @TimNortonGuru 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video. From Australia

  • @mattknaggs462
    @mattknaggs462 3 роки тому +3

    I am so glad to have stumbled upon your videos. Bonsai is something I have been wanting to try for some time and you make it very accessible. I have four trees going right now (three Chineese juniper and a Japanese Boxwood) and sculpting/ caring for them has been an absolute joy. Thank you!

  • @jekster
    @jekster 2 роки тому

    I love this man. So much wisdom to share and dedication to his art.

  • @FlorenceChandotCA
    @FlorenceChandotCA 4 роки тому +7

    You've been doing a great job shooting these, Peter! It's nice to have a stable tripod shot for this longer form demo and smaller form factor. Understandably for your bigger trees, it's impractical to bring the material to the camera for closer inspection... but I feel it works rather well in this case. Thank you for the demo!

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 4 роки тому +1

      Thank you - I am always conscious that self videoing is not so good. So this is a confidence booster.

  • @teraanaam
    @teraanaam 2 роки тому

    That was just amazing, even a non Bonsai can try his/ her hand at it ! Than you for sharing all this with such love ! I love Bonsais, killed a few, now I know why, can take better care of them learning from you !

  • @britaglious
    @britaglious 4 роки тому

    Maybe the best shirt yet

  • @louisewest1150
    @louisewest1150 4 роки тому +2

    Love the Cryptomeria, that’s one I’ve never tried. One for the wish list!

  • @kalamondindesign5841
    @kalamondindesign5841 4 роки тому

    Very nice video mr Peter, thank you very much

  • @lukasmihara
    @lukasmihara 4 роки тому +2

    Great video again. Thank you, Peter!

  • @TryNaturalAquariam
    @TryNaturalAquariam 4 роки тому +2

    By introducing your ways and reason for making video itself shows legendary. Even if you had sell your knowledge it could get you few money but peoples might forget but by this free knowledge you and your ways will remains in everyone’s heart as long as they live. Great respect 🙏🙏

  • @juanitagordon5064
    @juanitagordon5064 3 роки тому +1

    I love your work and the beautiful red flower shirt too, smile

  • @newzealandgreen9299
    @newzealandgreen9299 3 роки тому

    Rules are for the guidance of the wise and the blind obedience of fools, Thank you for your guidance in your craft Peter

  • @markn3586
    @markn3586 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for taking the time to share your techniques with us. You have given me the confidence I need to better refine my trees.

  • @cherylandrews3195
    @cherylandrews3195 4 роки тому +5

    you should have a small round table and a chair, so you can face us. you get really quiet when you turn to work on the tree and you often block what you are doing. I love the videos, this is just a suggestion to make it easier to see and hear :)

  • @kusumverma9738
    @kusumverma9738 3 роки тому

    Thank you 🙏🏻 very much for such a nice video

  • @sobiatabassum6848
    @sobiatabassum6848 Рік тому

    I can see the true passion while teaching bonsai. I have been watching lots of videos to start making one. Yours has definitely given me a lift to start.
    Thankyou so much for your humble teaching .

  • @LopAlan
    @LopAlan 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing all your knowledge.

  • @Ivarfromsweden
    @Ivarfromsweden 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so so much for taking the time to teach and explain in such an easy way. As a novice I learned a lot 👍

  • @soniabustosalfaro3372
    @soniabustosalfaro3372 2 роки тому

    Thanks a lot sharing your experience. I’ve never tried it but I will give it a try!

  • @Rellesofsaturn
    @Rellesofsaturn 4 роки тому +2

    Good morning from California. Riverside . Iam Rey. I have so many junipers. But I don’t know where to start. And now . Thanks to you so much

  • @rickysingh616
    @rickysingh616 3 роки тому

    Love the video. Just got two hinoki cypresses from you. Thank you for the wire also.

  • @kathleenwhite9741
    @kathleenwhite9741 3 роки тому +1

    I love this channel!💕 I don't have any bonsai but am fascinated by the process. Thank you for sharing your gift with us!

  • @normanblastock9576
    @normanblastock9576 4 роки тому

    Another brilliant teaching from peter

  • @donpettit7107
    @donpettit7107 4 роки тому +1

    What a wonderful thing it is to watch your videos from halfway across the world. I am new to the scene (3 years?) and am fascinated that almost everything I hear you say is what I am also hearing at our club in Portland.
    Thank you for your time and caring enough to educate us, especially during these times when getting together is difficult.

  • @matthewkizziahcuzia...gott9632
    @matthewkizziahcuzia...gott9632 4 роки тому +8

    Thank you sir for your knowledge. I really enjoy working with trees. Hope to one day have a nursery like yours here in Washington state USA. Just absorbing information and trying not to kill every tree I work with. You have been a great help.

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 4 роки тому +3

      Be patient and yuoi will master the art

    • @CaddyWack
      @CaddyWack 4 роки тому

      It's amazing how much nicer the trees look after even a small time under the hands of a master. The 'sweeping branch' was particularly cute!

    • @jesselatham1336
      @jesselatham1336 3 роки тому

      Completely agree, those of us in Washington State love everything you produce Master Chan!!!

    • @markn3586
      @markn3586 3 роки тому

      I wish there were more bonsai enthusiasts in the southeastern part of Washington State (Richland).

    • @maryweber4176
      @maryweber4176 Рік тому

      @@markn3586 can you suggest a nursery in Seattle? My family will be there in a few days, and I thought they might find me a tiger bark ficus, Can't find them here in Minnesota

  • @adsminibuild5791
    @adsminibuild5791 4 роки тому +6

    Great video as always! We have booked in to visit your nursery & I can't wait I'm sure there will be a deshojo with my name written all over ✌️

  • @gladysfernandez2015
    @gladysfernandez2015 3 роки тому

    Love your videos.

  • @kimeagling8324
    @kimeagling8324 3 роки тому +1

    Really great video Pete. You covered so much ground. I have learnt a lot and you have sorted out some queries for me. AND...A SLEEPING BRANCH ! ! I didn't know such a creature existed!
    Thank you so much.

  • @TheHydrogen4
    @TheHydrogen4 4 роки тому +1

    Wow! This man is at the same legendary status as Bob Ross.

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 4 роки тому +3

      I don't deserve that - I have heard about Bob Ross - he is a legend.

  • @davegtar
    @davegtar 2 роки тому +1

    Exquisite!
    I'm heading out next month to collect some seeds. Looking forward to using your shared knowledge.
    Thank you

  • @katifalcon
    @katifalcon 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for this❣ I have my first Hanoki Cypress and needed the help. I also have a hard time getting cuttings to root, but I think it was the rooting hormone that was missing.

  • @farmert9679
    @farmert9679 4 роки тому +5

    Mr. Chan, don't worry about the long videos. Very interesting and very informative. It would be nice to see a video on just root development of various trees with various root systems.

  • @tiffanylynn8376
    @tiffanylynn8376 4 роки тому +1

    Watching you work is so therapeutic 😊

  • @dreamalamb4259
    @dreamalamb4259 9 місяців тому

    Started rooting a curly leaf willow for my first attempt at Bonsai 👏👏❤️

  • @eileenolivero8418
    @eileenolivero8418 2 роки тому

    Thank you Sir for your lovely video Greeting from Gibraltar

  • @Tagger0325
    @Tagger0325 7 місяців тому

    Thank you, Peter . I started Bonsai late in life . I think this is my lane . Small Bonsai (shohin , mame ) I can enjoy NOW . I have some larger trees in development in big pots, but not sure I'll live to see their development. Also interested in Yamadori.

  • @schuangsg
    @schuangsg 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks again for being such a good teacher... those close up video shots are useful as a tree is a 3D object and not just a central trunk with limbs coming out from the right and left. Stay safe...

  • @MidniteSan
    @MidniteSan 4 роки тому

    Going to try it for sure 😇, thx for sharing Peter and stay safe to all..cheer

  • @Leetee1983
    @Leetee1983 3 роки тому

    Thanks God I’ve just found the expert then I subscribed immediately! Thank you for your sharing your knowledge 🙏!

  • @vipjuliemason5212
    @vipjuliemason5212 3 роки тому

    I recieved a Bonsai as a gift and it died after a year. In my search to save the poor thing I came across your videos! I am inspired now to make my own and I feel like I with sll the wonderful tips from your videos I can be successful!!!
    Thank you! thank you! Thank you!!!

  • @LukeBarker-lo5hi
    @LukeBarker-lo5hi 4 роки тому

    Created my firsr Conifer Bonasi by following this guide. Stripped copper wire from old electric cables to create interesting bends. Would recommend, fantastic and informative video 👍 thank you :)

  • @rafaelmartinvannostrand2084
    @rafaelmartinvannostrand2084 3 роки тому

    I just got 8 of these trees in a Lidl supermarket for 20 euros (2,5 each). I bought them because a saw this video a few months ago and boy that I'm going to follow your instructions Mr. Chan! Thanks a lot

  • @Rellesofsaturn
    @Rellesofsaturn 4 роки тому +1

    Keep doing the great work. Amazing

  • @alicer3423
    @alicer3423 4 роки тому

    Oh My Goodness, All the little bonsai look great. Also the red looks very good on you. Great video. Such a good teacher.

  • @MarkusBBT
    @MarkusBBT 3 роки тому

    Many thanks for the video! I really appreciate that you are sharing your knowledge with us! Greetings from Germany!

  • @jeannetteberlin3967
    @jeannetteberlin3967 4 роки тому

    I love it,and this shirt

  • @katiecanine4548
    @katiecanine4548 4 роки тому +7

    🤩🤩 Such a long video. Thank you, well explained. ☺️
    You became really good at self videoing. 👍

  • @annepenney2450
    @annepenney2450 4 роки тому

    Loved it! Esp the multi-trunk ones.

  • @Balubaer21
    @Balubaer21 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks you sir for the nice teaching video :-)

  • @willyalfredolopezmorataya5395
    @willyalfredolopezmorataya5395 4 роки тому

    thanks for the class and youre time. from Guatemala

  • @Barbara-xh5ef
    @Barbara-xh5ef Рік тому

    Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

  • @alizaber88
    @alizaber88 4 роки тому

    There is no shortcut to success. The length of your video suggests that. Respect.

  • @digitaIgorilla
    @digitaIgorilla 3 роки тому

    That triple trunked specimen threw a curve-ball. And still you took it in your stride 😉

  • @shahrafiq2165
    @shahrafiq2165 4 роки тому +1

    I love it I am also beginner thank you Peter I am sure other nursery owner's won't be happy with you 🌱

  • @aethyrien
    @aethyrien 2 роки тому

    What a fantastic source of knowledge. Thank you so much.

  • @StephenTurnerVlogs
    @StephenTurnerVlogs 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for putting the effort into making these videos by yourself. It's not easy but you do it well.
    I was very tempted to buy your triple pack about a month ago but I'm still planning to visit in September and I thought I'd like to buy them in person. We'll see what happens. Regarding my other comment I am feeling pretty reassured watching your video though. I did cut roots as well as part of the trunk to fit the pot. I probably should have just used a deep nursery pot again.

  • @StMargorach
    @StMargorach 3 роки тому

    love the look of that doubletrunk one :D

  • @wood-youknowit
    @wood-youknowit 4 роки тому +1

    Great demonstration, thanks. ☘️🍀🌱🌴🌲🌳🌿🍃🌹

  • @MarkLawsonY3K
    @MarkLawsonY3K 4 роки тому

    "More Trees for the Money" Out here in Texas, there is a lot of Juniper and while I get to learn your "secrets", I can only hope a visit to UK will in some way benefit you indirectly. Sincere thanks for your videos. Lawson di Ransom Canyon