The Stages of Growing an Elm Sapling into an Established Bonsai

Today, I have 3 elms of different ages to show how you can develop a sapling into an established and refined elm bonsai. We'll work on designing the bonsai, creating the apex, pruning, and fine tuning the bonsai.

0:00 Introduction
0:38 How to turn a sapling into a bonsai
1:53 How to refine a Seiju Elm bonsai
3:13 How to create the apex
4:35 Cut your bonsai like you're cutting hair!
5:02 How to design a bonsai
6:16 How to fine tune and prune bonsai
7:57 Ladybugs are good for controlling insects
8:41 Trim off excess branches and foliage
9:54 Before & after comparison
10:55 Pull off remaining foliage
12:01 Summary of techniques

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