Bonsaify | Genius Tips for Early Development of Genus Carpinus (Hornbeam)

Eric shares three examples of bonsai early development work on Carpinus japonica (Japanese Hornbeam) and Carpinus turczaninovii (Korean Hornbeam). This work includes repotting and a review of the trees' structure. While Korean Hornbeam is a prized species for bonsai, the differences in speed of growth and other characteristics make it fun to grow both species! [Yes, we had a little fun with the title of this video].

00:00:40 Starter 1 is a Japanese Hornbeam. To help him understand the entire structure of the tree and improve the nebari, he begins with root work.

00:01:39 Further root clean-up and trim.

00:02:28 Eric explains why this tree is better suited to being a medium-sized bonsai in the long run.

00:03:00 Starter 2, also a Japanese Hornbeam, doesn't have an ideal root display so Eric takes a different approach with the root work.

00:03:47 Eric analyzes the rest of the tree, especially the movement of two potential trunks.

00:04:49 Where to cutback to encourage more budding.

00:05:32 Summary of repotting into grow bags including top anchoring and a non-standard wiring technique.

00:06:48 Tree 3 is a Korean Hornbeam. Eric discusses the differences between the two species.

00:08:08 Leaf spacing is tighter - more nodes.

00:08:32 Eric removes a branch and adds wire.

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