Debunking 6 Common Bonsai Misconceptions!

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  • @briankavanagh7191
    @briankavanagh7191 Рік тому +7

    Milton, I enjoy this relaxed presentation style about Bonsai.

    • @MiltonChang
      @MiltonChang Рік тому +1

      Thx for the encouragement
      Milton

  • @mike-zk1yn
    @mike-zk1yn Рік тому +5

    Excellent, you are correct, my friends can not understand why my plants grow so well,not that hard, very relaxing, keep it going.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +2

      Yes, bonsai is a wonderful and relaxing hobby. Thanks for watching!

  • @ianmorrison9480
    @ianmorrison9480 Рік тому +4

    Most people I’ve come across do say that there are a lot of failures or deaths in bonsai, so that misconception does have some truth to it. Until the grower gets the skill of root care, growing medium, water and feeding it’s going to be a bumpy ride. Chanel’s such as yours are a terrific help, keep it up. You’re not pontificating at all.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Thank you! I've killed a lot of trees back when I first started bonsai and I learned a lot through trial and error. It helped me get to where I am today. So keep going!

  • @stelliokontos6652
    @stelliokontos6652 5 місяців тому +1

    Outstanding.... Valioso y profundo, a la vez que practico y pragmático. Elocuencia de cabo a rabo.

  • @TheoGermal
    @TheoGermal Рік тому +4

    Brilliant advice. Thank you.

  • @Tipytao
    @Tipytao Рік тому +1

    I just started getting into gardening last year, and really became interested in Bonsai. I started some lemon trees and some pear trees from seed back in march and i am loving how they're coming along!

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      That's great to hear! Keep us updated on your wonderful progress!

  • @charlottenickolaus6605
    @charlottenickolaus6605 5 місяців тому +1

    You've really got my mind going now.... a hanging tree out in the wild west! I love your vision!

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  5 місяців тому

      Thank you! Have fun with your bonsai!

  • @jasonterry8883
    @jasonterry8883 6 місяців тому +1

    getting ready to start my first boxwood. thanks for the great content!

  • @jeffhurst4744
    @jeffhurst4744 Рік тому +3

    Appreciate your demystifying several myths and misconceptions regarding this living art form - Bonsai. Many (many) years ago it interested me. Then I had a number of friends who enjoyed Bonsai, and helped me appreciate the art and general methods of tending to them. Your videos help me to better myself, and our trees. Thank you.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Thank you, Jeff! Your kind words mean a lot! Have fun on your bonsai journey!

  • @marievickbartucci134
    @marievickbartucci134 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for teaching me these concepts and common sense advise.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +1

      My pleasure! Best wishes to you and your bonsai!

  • @klauspoetsch1841
    @klauspoetsch1841 Рік тому +3

    I like especially your open minded explanation of the last one!

  • @curtmudgeon8703
    @curtmudgeon8703 Рік тому +3

    again, another great episode!
    a time will come when i can make dad's bonsai my own and still carry "His" legacy with my twist on 'em! thanks so much Dr Milton!

  • @mariapilarme
    @mariapilarme Рік тому +5

    You have a beautiful property!

  • @asdqwe4468
    @asdqwe4468 Рік тому +3

    Really good advice. Years ago I thought there are special types of trees that kinda stay small. I'm not very good at bonsai but I have a few trees. The most dear trees are those I grew from seed. I always like them more than store bought trees.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +1

      Yes! I imagine that those trees are also more meaningful to you because you grew them from a seed and shaped them as they grew.

  • @jameslangschied7900
    @jameslangschied7900 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your wonderful advice. I can tell from your superior trees that you know what you are talking about. Although I have been working with and enjoying bonsai for over 40 years, I listened to every word you spoke. I found myself smiling and nodding my head in agreement with every point. Well done!

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      That's wonderful to hear! 40 years is a long time, I'm sure you have an amazing collection of trees! Thank you for watching and supporting.

  • @andywesselsphotographyart
    @andywesselsphotographyart Рік тому +2

    Truly enjoy your common sense approach to bonsai. People tend to overthink and overcomplicate a lot in life.......

  • @jamesgavern2084
    @jamesgavern2084 Рік тому

    I think you have a very underrated channel here. You are a good mix of Peter Chan and Ryan Niel and I’m here for it. Keep up the hard, good work. You are a treasure!

  • @jamesstephenlee
    @jamesstephenlee 8 місяців тому

    I just want to thank you for all of the amazing work you have done in popularizing bonsai. I often just watch or listen to your videos to relax; to smile and to experience some escape from the hectic world around me. Thank you!

  • @IVANPRATT-c1o
    @IVANPRATT-c1o Рік тому +1

    I think it is interesting with Bonsai as an art, and finding shapes, you seem to finding shapes in your own mind. Therefore you are shaping your mind. When I am working with any form of horticulture, and in particular Bonsai's I am often thinking of subtle event's of the day, because I become so relaxed when doing Bonsai's...suddenly, and what seem out of nowhere I'll get some sought of rational thought about some writing, or some other situation I"m working with. Bonsai is a wonderful tonic for residual thinking.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Yes, definitely! Bonsai helps everyone in a different way. For me, it allows me to relieve my stress and be creative.

  • @jeffwatts4264
    @jeffwatts4264 Рік тому +1

    great video thanks , the idea of rotating a few bonsai indoors to outside is great

  • @robmartin3312
    @robmartin3312 Рік тому +1

    Great post milton.. some stunning trees... only hope to have the same in the future

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      You will! Just keep going and I'm sure you will get there real soon!

  • @annissa485
    @annissa485 4 місяці тому

    As a beginner I found this very valuable. Thank you so much!!

  • @HaiHuynh2023
    @HaiHuynh2023 Рік тому +7

    You are one of the best bonsai advisers 🎉🎉🎉

  • @edmanescurc2823
    @edmanescurc2823 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for guiding us out of the misconception!

  • @setelliott9683
    @setelliott9683 6 місяців тому +1

    I found my elm volunteer in my tomato pot last year, and it is such a joy to have now.

  • @juandelrio3206
    @juandelrio3206 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for your teaching on Bonsai. I have a little Bonsai that I bought at Home Depot. There was no information on how to care for them. Thank you again.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      That's a great way to start getting into bonsai! Please let me know if you have any questions about how to care for bonsai! :)

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

  • @raymondplodzien7459
    @raymondplodzien7459 Рік тому +2

    Good information as always Milton.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the support!

  • @johng1097
    @johng1097 Рік тому +1

    Thanks - these insights help clear up a lot !

  • @davidbailey9195
    @davidbailey9195 9 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video .... Thanks for opening my eyes to Bonsai

  • @dayanrodz
    @dayanrodz Рік тому +5

    You inspired me to start a Bonsai journey for myself. I’m growing an avocado tree from my grandparents backyard and it already holds insane sentimental value for me. Hopefully it’ll be a beautiful Bonsai one day. Thank you Bonsai Heirloom, you are amazing. God Bless.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +2

      That's wonderful to hear! Thank you for sharing. You will grow a beautiful bonsai heirloom very soon. Best wishes!

  • @t3dwards13
    @t3dwards13 Рік тому +1

    Some of what you've said near the end, reminds me of what Nigel Saunders does.
    Also, Bonsai Empire recently posted a show in Denmark. They had some fabulous creations!

  • @newmethodfitness4930
    @newmethodfitness4930 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your great information! I am fairly new to your channel as well as growing Bonsai’s, and have found your video’s extremely helpful. I really appreciate the way you deliver your level of mastery to those like me who are just learning. 🙏🏼

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +1

      That's great that you are getting into bonsai! It's a wonderful hobby. Feel free to comment any questions you may have and I will do my best to help!

  • @mikec3820
    @mikec3820 Рік тому +2

    i use grow lights to keep my tropicals indoors over the cold snowy winters here in the north east Us. keep my cold hardy species outdoors all winter tho. thanks milton! always great info. learning the hard to create styles lately. cascade weeping and bunjin/literati are not as easy as informal upright

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing your strategy! We don't have freezing winters here in California, so hopefully your tips help others in the same situation.

  • @alanx1522
    @alanx1522 Рік тому +2

    Thanks so much Milton. Your video is very informative & helpful, you cleared up a few of my misconceptions, “vigorous growth”, “indoor v outdoor” & so on. I am into indoor tropical plants, some I “imitate” art of bonsai, eg money tree, ficus to name a few. 🙏🙏🙏🐝

  • @joegarland4885
    @joegarland4885 Рік тому +2

    Great to destroy some myths in bonsai, thank you.

  • @lildarkmatter8373
    @lildarkmatter8373 Рік тому +1

    Hi! I'm planning on making a few "cannons double" azalea bonsais this upcoming spring to start learning. If you ever get to a point where you're happy with how a plant looks, are you able to maintain it by pruning consistently, or do you still want to allow it to send off shooters to keep growing? Thank you, very informative video!

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Once you get close to what the bonsai you want it to look, then just prune to avoid it from getting “out of shape”.

    • @lildarkmatter8373
      @lildarkmatter8373 Рік тому

      @bonsaiheirloom Thanks so much! I'm very excited to start growing bonsai, your videos have been very helpful in learning how to get started.

  • @danielbrennan5872
    @danielbrennan5872 Рік тому +1

    You're call has been accomplished. Keep up the good teachings.

  • @Beausinklear
    @Beausinklear Рік тому +1

    I loved the video. Reminded me of Peter Chan. Love you guys

  • @brianjanku4549
    @brianjanku4549 Рік тому +1

    You are a fantastic teacher.

  • @fredgrech1498
    @fredgrech1498 Рік тому +2

    Hi Milton love you videos how long have been doing clip and grow method I clip and grow all my trees I believe you get a better tree but takes time

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +1

      Both methods are used successfully. You ask a very good question a lot of people are interested in. Actually a complex subject. I will do a video to explain the big difference. Please stay tuned!
      A short answer is both ways can work well. You can spend an afternoon to wire a tree or spend 15 minutes clipping each time for several times to let the branches grow to where you want them to be to look just as good. The latter is more likely to have a more natural look close up.

  • @suz4keeps
    @suz4keeps Рік тому +4

    Thank you for this

  • @zackmorisco1854
    @zackmorisco1854 6 місяців тому +1

    Your videos has triggered my interest in bonsai and trees. I have already took some cuttings to root them. And I will get some seedlings from the forest. Thank you 😊

  • @bryanmorrion9503
    @bryanmorrion9503 Рік тому +1

    What mix do you recommend for striking cuttings. Thanks again.

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому

      Researchers at UC Davis, they recommended a mixture one one part perlite to one part of vermiculite. The idea is to have a lot of air as well as a lot of water. My success rate for elm and for trident maples is close to 80%.
      Don't forget to put them in the shade to start with, and also use rooting hormone. Good luck with your experimentation!

  • @keefe4484
    @keefe4484 Рік тому +1

    thanks for keeping it simple

  • @MrNormart
    @MrNormart Рік тому

    love your knowledge inspires me to do better.....

  • @kayejames4295
    @kayejames4295 Рік тому

    Thank you for your knowledge

  • @RajaPetualangBondowoso
    @RajaPetualangBondowoso 8 місяців тому +1

    ❤Greetings from Indonesia 🙏

  • @jasonterry8883
    @jasonterry8883 7 місяців тому +1

    awesome video!

  • @jtaylor126
    @jtaylor126 Рік тому +2

    Doesn't it stress the tree by bringing it indoors and out?

    • @dannymarroquin3495
      @dannymarroquin3495 Рік тому +2

      I think it depends on how long you keep it inside for . They need quality air circulation and sunlight . No artificial air or light is recommended hey

    • @bonsaiheirloom
      @bonsaiheirloom  Рік тому +1

      If you have several days of alternating the trees between sunshine and cloudy days, then there should not be an issue. On the other hand, if you take a ficus that is kept indoor for a long time into the sun, it will get burned badly. So…it depends!

  • @CLINTSTER77COX
    @CLINTSTER77COX Рік тому +1

    Excellent

  • @mcbabs7495
    @mcbabs7495 Рік тому +1

    Bonjour Monsieur Chang,
    J'aime beaucoup votre philosophie et votre chaine YT! Un grand merci à vous pour le partage de votre expérience!

  • @soberhippie
    @soberhippie Рік тому

    Or a huge carpark with one solitary tree next to it, how much more American can one get :)

  • @brucedeacon28
    @brucedeacon28 Рік тому +3

    👍👌🙂

  • @marcelbarton-sabo2028
    @marcelbarton-sabo2028 4 місяці тому

    Cringe!

  • @OrbitalTrails
    @OrbitalTrails Рік тому

    Dollar store Peter Chan

    • @Glastombrone
      @Glastombrone 8 місяців тому +1

      Lmao there’s not a dollar store bone in this dude’s body. He’s been on the board of directors of the national bonsai foundation and learned from masters. Outside of bonsai, the number of companies he’s grown himself or incubated is nuts. Dude is a golden monster not an imitator by any means.
      Nothing but love for Peter Chan but you’re woefully mistaken

    • @frederickdominguez4829
      @frederickdominguez4829 7 місяців тому +1

      Why is there always someone who wants to measure one pers9n next to another. What's the purpose. What benifit is there.

  • @yoteslaya7296
    @yoteslaya7296 Рік тому +16

    You forgot the most egregious misconception that "BONSAI IS TREE TORTURE". Which is the most idiotic of them all.