Thanks for the advice regarding the use of shallower pond-type or storage baskets. I hope folks who are new to bonsai are listening to your sound advice. Cheers from Kokomo, Indiana. U.S.
Definitely something worth doing in Bonsai because it promotes root growth & prevent root rot even in a bad soil mixture. But the drawback is that the tree need to be watered on time because the soil dry up faster.
Really good information. I have been very close to starting some of my trees into a pond basket that I want to thicken up. With the way your trees look, I would be well advised to do so. Maybe my big ole elm could use it 🤔
@@TheBonsaiGarden yeah just drive on up 😂 I have some in little colander but it’s not for thinking so much as just getting healthy roots. I’ll pick up some big ones no worries!
Great video Jason. I've seen those baskets in home sections of shops and always wondered what they would be like. I did question if the plastic was durable enough and could handle the sun light but it's probably the same as a pond basket
I’ve been using these for four years with no degradation whatsoever. I guess it depends on what each individual product/manufacturer used to make them. I definitely swear by them for rapid root development and you can wire the trees down into them and spread out the roots very effectively. 👍
Plastic comes in different types & quality. The cheap plastic ones will change its color but dont worry it wont fall apart right away. From my experience the one that are smooth & shiny are good.
Very well produced and I only wish I had learnt this a lot earlier in my journey. However, no good looking back or crying over spilt milk...unless your one of your cats of course. I feel that is an investment I may be making sometime this year, although my kids did get the hint and get me some ratchet secateurs for my birthday. Top stuff.
Hi Jason, after visiting Japan this summer and my husband giving me a bonsai for my birthday, I'm developing bonsai fever! I've already purchased several pre-bonsai plants and am attempting to air layer our fig tree as well so I have a thick trunked tree to play with. I've really enjoyed your videos. They are so well done and informative. Can you please provide an estimate on the dimensions for the larger rectangular basket? Thank you for the time you've put into these videos!
I'm brand new to bonsai but have been veg gardening for a few years. For the exact same reason you use pond baskets for root development I grow chillis and tomatoes in fabric grow bags that allow good aeration to the roots. I haven't seen these used in bonsai and I'm wondering if they'd serve the same purpose or is there a reason I haven't seen them used that I've completely missed? 😂
I expect they could work but perhaps there is an issue of longevity - with trees you are talking several years development whereas with chilli’s and tomatoes you start afresh each year? How many years use would you get from fabric bags before they degrade?
@@TheBonsaiGarden ahh of course, that's most likely the reason. I can expect several growing seasons from a grow bag but they only have a plant in them for around 6-8 months of the year whereas a tree will be year round. I've got an abundance of bags though so I'll give it a try with one tree.
I let mine get pot bound in a flower pot for round a yr or two. Then add 2sizes up flower pot, add a layer of soil at the bottom then put original flower pot with tree inside the bigger flower pot, not repotting, then add more soil on the sides. This promotes root growth through the bottom into newer soil, compost is best and all that has worked for me.
Hi Bradley, that tray came from the garden centre. This one was among the potting/seed trays which were of varying sizes. This one was one of the larger sizes. Also for repotting purposes I have a much larger one which is a mortar/cement mixing tray from a builders merchant which helps keep the soil and mess together when working my larger trees.
No, sorry. I bought them from a local hardware store. You should be able to find something similar locally or online. If not, look at large pond baskets.
I just use a regular free draining bonsai soil - in my case molar clay, pumice and a small amount of something organic such as regular garden compost or pine bark.
I just my regular bonsai soul which is a mixture of molar clay, Punic and a scoop of something organic - regular garden compost or composted pine bark.
Growing in the ground will always be better since it gives the tree unlimited access to resources, water and nutrients. A tree in the ground will thicken up much, much quicker.
Thanks for the advice regarding the use of shallower pond-type or storage baskets. I hope folks who are new to bonsai are listening to your sound advice. Cheers from Kokomo, Indiana. U.S.
Glad it was helpful and thank you for your kind comments James. 👍
Ido the same but with fruit trays
Thanks Jason keep it up mate
Nice one 👍
Definitely something worth doing in Bonsai because it promotes root growth & prevent root rot even in a bad soil mixture.
But the drawback is that the tree need to be watered on time because the soil dry up faster.
Yes you are correct. 👍
Really good information. I have been very close to starting some of my trees into a pond basket that I want to thicken up. With the way your trees look, I would be well advised to do so. Maybe my big ole elm could use it 🤔
Go for it! I highly recommend these bigger baskets. I’ll throw a couple in the car when I come visit.
@@TheBonsaiGarden yeah just drive on up 😂 I have some in little colander but it’s not for thinking so much as just getting healthy roots. I’ll pick up some big ones no worries!
Definitely going to apply this method for the trees that need growth and thicken up
Thanks a lot for your video
You are welcome
SOLID tips and advice, thank you. I too am a big fan of pond baskets.
Thanks 🙏
Some great ideas for future trees. Nicely presented! Thank you again, Jason!
My pleasure!
Great video Jason! I’ve got a lot to do still and will do some in baskets and large seed trays. 😊
Sounds great! I definitely recommend these shallow wider baskets. 👍
I will definitely give this a go Jason. A great video full of worthwhile information. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
I hit the Menards fall sale! You can get the good sized pond baskets for 1.99 each
I also love them for rehabbing trees and Yamadori with 100% pumice
Yes they are quite inexpensive and great for developing roots. 👍
Great video Jason. I've seen those baskets in home sections of shops and always wondered what they would be like. I did question if the plastic was durable enough and could handle the sun light but it's probably the same as a pond basket
I’ve been using these for four years with no degradation whatsoever. I guess it depends on what each individual product/manufacturer used to make them. I definitely swear by them for rapid root development and you can wire the trees down into them and spread out the roots very effectively. 👍
Plastic comes in different types & quality. The cheap plastic ones will change its color but dont worry it wont fall apart right away. From my experience the one that are smooth & shiny are good.
Thanks, it turns out that i already new these tips but they are really effective should help many people
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Nice video mate. Love the maples, but I'm more interested in that chainsaw! 🤣
I should have guessed. I can bring it to chop down your maples. 😂😂😂
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Thank you Jason! I just found your channel and I’m glad I did! Very useful information 🌳
Glad it was helpful! 👍
Very well produced and I only wish I had learnt this a lot earlier in my journey. However, no good looking back or crying over spilt milk...unless your one of your cats of course. I feel that is an investment I may be making sometime this year, although my kids did get the hint and get me some ratchet secateurs for my birthday. Top stuff.
Thanks Xavier. Definitely worthwhile getting some of these shallow wide baskets. As for the chainsaw, more in that in a future video… 😊
@@TheBonsaiGarden Can't wait...
I have planted several trees like that according to my reasoning, the video helps me be more confident, thank you
Glad it was helpful 👍
…… awesome video, thanks for sharing!
Thank you too!
Great video Jason
Thank you Steve 🙏
Hi Jason, after visiting Japan this summer and my husband giving me a bonsai for my birthday, I'm developing bonsai fever! I've already purchased several pre-bonsai plants and am attempting to air layer our fig tree as well so I have a thick trunked tree to play with. I've really enjoyed your videos. They are so well done and informative. Can you please provide an estimate on the dimensions for the larger rectangular basket? Thank you for the time you've put into these videos!
Thanks you. Those baskets are just over a foot long, maybe 15 inches approx.
I'm brand new to bonsai but have been veg gardening for a few years. For the exact same reason you use pond baskets for root development I grow chillis and tomatoes in fabric grow bags that allow good aeration to the roots. I haven't seen these used in bonsai and I'm wondering if they'd serve the same purpose or is there a reason I haven't seen them used that I've completely missed? 😂
I expect they could work but perhaps there is an issue of longevity - with trees you are talking several years development whereas with chilli’s and tomatoes you start afresh each year? How many years use would you get from fabric bags before they degrade?
@@TheBonsaiGarden ahh of course, that's most likely the reason. I can expect several growing seasons from a grow bag but they only have a plant in them for around 6-8 months of the year whereas a tree will be year round. I've got an abundance of bags though so I'll give it a try with one tree.
I let mine get pot bound in a flower pot for round a yr or two. Then add 2sizes up flower pot, add a layer of soil at the bottom then put original flower pot with tree inside the bigger flower pot, not repotting, then add more soil on the sides. This promotes root growth through the bottom into newer soil, compost is best and all that has worked for me.
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Some people read their horoscope everyday, I look forward to a video of your fish, and of course, your trees.
Thank you Mary. 🙏
Thank you Mary. 🙏
nice video Jason! Can you tell me where do you bought this pots or what are the name of it? Best regards.
Do you mean the large plastic baskets with perforations. I bought these from the homeware section of my garden centre. They are just storage baskets.
Nice Jason! where did you get the black tray from at 4:43? Im looking for one exactly like it! I tried B&Q but no dice
Hi Bradley, that tray came from the garden centre. This one was among the potting/seed trays which were of varying sizes. This one was one of the larger sizes. Also for repotting purposes I have a much larger one which is a mortar/cement mixing tray from a builders merchant which helps keep the soil and mess together when working my larger trees.
@@TheBonsaiGarden brilliant thanks Jason!
@@TheBonsaiGarden Thanks Jason!
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Thank you ☺️
Hi Jason - do you have a link to the larger baskets?
No, sorry. I bought them from a local hardware store. You should be able to find something similar locally or online. If not, look at large pond baskets.
I use the basket method also .please can tou tell me your substrate mix looks a great mix ..
I just use a regular free draining bonsai soil - in my case molar clay, pumice and a small amount of something organic such as regular garden compost or pine bark.
what type of soil do you use when you plant your trees in those baskets?
I just my regular bonsai soul which is a mixture of molar clay, Punic and a scoop of something organic - regular garden compost or composted pine bark.
How often does one need to water if placed in one of the large baskets? I’m ok with once a day
Through Summer I water daily, and only twice a day when exceptionally warm. In autumn and winter only when the soil appears dry.
To develop trunk and nebari, which is better ground or basket?
Growing in the ground will always be better since it gives the tree unlimited access to resources, water and nutrients. A tree in the ground will thicken up much, much quicker.
I dont want massive baskets all around my garden. How can i thicken the canopy of my sparse leaf bonsai?
Good question!
I wish I knew how to keep them alive they days within weeks. I always try indoor in California. In sunlight (window) and I doing it wrong?
Trees are for the most part outdoor plants plants. Perhaps they dry out too quickly or are near radiators.