Getting BETTER at Bonsai | Ginkgo & Red Oak Pruning Tips!

Описание: In this video, I enjoy the stunning contrast of autumn colours between my Ginkgo Biloba and Red Oak bonsai. 🌿🍂

I share how to prune both species for optimum development, while also explaining why I believe Red Oaks are so unsuitable for bonsai — a perspective every beginner should consider before starting one.

But that’s not all — this episode also features a bumper Subscriber Bonsai Special, showcasing loads of your incredible trees from around the world. ✨

📌 In this video you’ll see:

Ginkgo Bonsai autumn beauty and pruning tips

Why Red Oaks struggle as bonsai (and what to grow instead)

Detailed pruning demonstrations for development

A huge showcase of subscriber bonsai — full of inspiration!

Whether you’re here for practical pruning guidance or to be inspired by the bonsai community, this video has something for everyone.

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📌 Timestamps:
00:00 - Ginkgo vs Red Oak (which is better)
02:13 - Mixed Spring Pruning Results
04:23 - Leaf removal and Pruning Tips
04:57 - A Look at the Base
06:29 - How much can I prune off
09:28 - Random Buds are frustrating
11:38 - My Sunstruck Ginkgo Clump
14:58 - A Recovering Ginkgo Update
18:00 - Viewers Bonsai Corner
21:40 - My contact details
22:20 - A very Challenging Ginkgo
24:04 - Cuttings Update
25:53 - Change in direction & Taper
27:14 - A look at Red Oak
28:53 - What causes the colour change
30:25 - Styling Options for Red Oak
32:12 - Definitely suits 'Clip & Grow'
33:31 - Ginkgo Airlayer Update

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Equipment & Acknowledgements:
I use a Panasonic Lumix DMC 330 Bridge Camera
All video production using AVC Video Editor Software
Sound equipment courtesy of: johnaronphotography.co.uk
Handmade Ceramics by: Dawn Isaac of deiceramics.com
I use Adam's products by: notionbonsai.com

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