Bonsai for Free - Beech Trees

It is not always necessary to buy material for bonsai you might be able to pick up raw material from a skip or a building project.
In this video I share with you what I do with a beech tree hedge that was being thrown away.
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[@KentoLeoDragon]

I wish this video were three years old, so I could look for the update.

[@TheMaster296]

its time

[@patrickschlieker3770]

They are in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4TGlH-OarqogJI

[@mujtabaahmadi7960]

@@patrickschlieker3770 Thank you. It was amazing. (26th minute in the video)

[@hansthalhammer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKHRqWuXdpiJmJI Update on those trees. Enjoy!

[@katiesj0]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKHRqWuXdpiJmJI

[@jxt1661]

Another man’s trash is another man’s treasure indeed.

[@SmokeyCue]

Jake Ryan Oliganga And he got paid to haul them off as well that’s a score for sure.

[@mikbonsai]

Bingo ! laughing all the away to the bank. Peter said he got paid for taking them away.

[@larjkok1184]

It’s One man’s.... It sounds like you’re talking about the same person.

[@blahblahbleh__9046]

I love it, he got paid to take away something someone could of just stuck in the back of their van at the end of the day, and gone a planted somewhere haha.

[@Homs86]

love how he s angry about em bein dumped :D

[@angelinapenkova]

Thank you for saving these trees. Thanks for being such an amazing human. Much love and respect from Bulgaria.

[@richiepoor5434]

He will profit from them

[@pauzanallba]

🙋🙋🙋🔔🔔👉👉

[@paulgeddert6125]

The joy on Peter's face when he scratched the bark and said 'It's green!' 😊

[@tic857]

I never get tired of Peter flexing on how he gets free material or product and miraculously turns it into gold for his business

[@11UncleBooker22]

That's a wonderful shirt for any raining day as it is always sunny above the clouds.

[@jg00000]

What a lovely sentiment

[@blankroomsoup666]

Not only bonsai wisdom but also life wisdom, love it!

[@aakoss]

Beautiful trees! The roots would show a lot of character as a bonsai rather than being hidden when used as a hedge.

[@Deckside]

Hey Peter! I hope all is great. Please do a quick update on these beeches. I think we all would love to see the specimens growing and thank you for saving them. You rock!

[@craighunter3273]

Your excitement is infectious. Nothing ventured nothing gained. Well done.

[@rogerbriggs9802]

Love your enthusiasm, it's infectious. Great project trees.

[@spiritsoul2396]

Amazing idea! These humble trees went from being neglected and disregarded, to some of the most well pampered trees on Earth. Thank you.

[@andrewcayer6437]

Glad to see appreciation of the mighty beech tree. I live in an area surrounded by beech and always thought they would make excellent bonsai.

[@howardmckeown7187]

i've just created my first bonsai from a beech "bush" that i have grown in a pot just lightly trimmed for years, i love it, steep learning curve coming up, lol

[@donnanelson9181]

I’ve always wanted to get into bonsai. You have inspired me so much that I have purchased a set of bonsai tools, grow lights for the winter when I have to bring my trees indoors, supplies for wiring branches and keeping my bonsai healthy, and I’m so excited I finally started this exciting hobby. All bc of your love and inspiration for these beautiful trees. Thank you for giving me the confidence to do this. I always look forward to your videos.

[@cor3944]

How you are doing now?

[@justicefourcats3203]

I love this man so much. So knowledgeable, and wholesome.

[@distortionpedal]

This guy is my guru . ..i even have these videos on to fall asleep...im learning so much. He is up there with Costa from gardening australia and monty don from the UK

[@DrSpooglemon]

Love to see the joy on his face at getting these trees. I recently dug up some thick and interesting hawthorn stumps from a hedgerow that was decimated as part of preparation for road works. They are all alive with little green shoots and all of them are going to make very interesting bonsai, I have no doubt. It is a good feeling to not only saved then from being wasted but also to consider the prospect of making something far more interesting than a simple hedge from them!

[@r1verman]

What an amazing find. So nice that these trees past their use as hedges and now they get a new life and purpose. Beautiful!

[@jeanhawken4482]

Thank goodness you came upon them. Terrible to think they could have been thrown out. Well done you

[@timdady4660]

Peter you never cease to amaze me, you get so much enjoyment from finding things for free or very cheap .I think it is wonderful and we all should do more to recycle.

[@Pepsi_Please]

All those trees thankful little trees are crying, "My Heron! ... I mean, " MY HERO!" 😊

[@jfarrell50]

What is so wonderful about this video, apart from the imparted knowledge and wisdom, is the sheer excitement that Peter feels about getting these trees for free. After all of your years of creating and working with bonsai it is fantastic to see that your enthusiasm and joy for rescuing plants and creating beautiful trees from them has not waned. I imagine that you get as excited now about such a find as you did way back when you first started. I know how I would feel, as a real newbie, at even finding one of these trees let alone 60. It's not even the fact that they are free, although that is a real bonus, but the fact it is raw material for one to use one's creative talents on. My congratulations to you, Peter, and please keep us updated on their progress.

[@shawnblankenship6137]

I know it has already been said,but thank you so much for sharing your life's knowledge with all of us!

[@darrencottam1146]

Does anyone else go around industrial and building site finding plants like these,I have so much fun doing this and the gems you find are unbelievable.

[@wonderwend1]

It is truly WONDERFUL that you are giving these beautiful trees another chance to be admired

[@richardburton7604]

I love how enthusiastic he is about saving these trees!

[@meatsandwich7552]

Ive done the same thing with clients. Ive saved quite a few plants and trees this way. Tell your friends "dont kill them, call me first", you will be surprised at how many people call. I now have a beautiful giant pyracantha bonsai from this! Everything may not survive, but it is worth a try!

[@elizabethrosario5659]

Sir, I am very grateful to you for inspiring me... When I look at trees, I see their potential for become a bonsai... You make it look easy. All your videos are very informative and inspirational. Thank you...

[@69juamex]

Excellent example of getting great material for bonsai.

[@sallyhumphreys2410]

Love your drive, Peter and enjoyed your early 70's rubbish dump story, I must get into that myself. Hope all the lovely trees survive into great bonsai. Keep up the great work, and thanks again for another fabulous video.

[@mchlbk]

What a fantastic idea. I have 4 or 5 red-leaved beeches left over from a project I did six or seven years ago. They are 6-7 feet by now, if I can dig them up I'll use them for bonsai. Thank you so much!

[@anthonylock5327]

Genuinely can't wait to see the progress of these trees.

[@peterchan3100]

I will show it soon. Already many of them are in full leaf and that is today 8 July!!

[@anthonylock5327]

@@peterchan3100 brilliant, thanks Peter

[@nicolashaw2799]

@@peterchan3100 is there a follow up video on these beech trees?

[@5877user]

Peter, love your Hawaiian shirts, your philosophy on life, and your wealth of information so freely given. You definitely have found your purpose in life. The trees are so happy to have been saved by you to continue living. God bless you and keep you safe.

[@simplifygardening]

What a great find

[@nancyfahey7518]

I planted bushes and trees years ago for future bonsai but the wildlife love them so much I can't bare to chop and dig. Plus the one juniper I dug and potted up last year is dying. You have given me some inspiration though.

[@Jack-oc2xq]

What incredible luck Peter! Can’t wait to see an update of their progress in the future

[@truebantams]

Would love to see a follow up video of these trees!

[@peterchan3100]

You will very soon. Most of those trees are already producing new leaves.

[@Bonesy50]

You’re so stinking happy I grinned through the whole video. Great job and good deal! Hi from Arkansas!

[@trcmustang]

Congrats on the wonderful find. 36 trees for free... that's amazing.

[@joannevandyke5112]

Another inspiring video! Thank you!

[@margaretsims4344]

Well done you saved these beautiful trees. They are going to make awesome bonsai. If only everyone could see the potential beauty as you do.

[@atroutflycrazy8057]

Wow peter what a find to get so many beech that have such great trunks and your excitement in getting them shows there potential. good for you :) An update when they put on some growth would be great

[@aishawilliambrindley9250]

I think its time for an update on the beech trees. Thank you Mr. Chan for your wealth of knowledge and sharing with us. I have recently bought a berberis from you to take up the hobby. 👍🏻

[@michaelwhyte8529]

I really love your attitude mate

[@bonsaitherapy1468]

What a finding you got there, Master Chan! And you look so happy it's a beauty to watch!!

[@aldix1578]

You are a legend, an inspiration and a true bonsai master. I'm into rescuing\adopting trees and reclaiming wood. I find such a satisfaction in it. I came to your nursery before, I love it and Tibo is a star. Would love to be able to spend more time there even as an apprentice. (I'm 38 and with a full time job). Anyhow I'll be coming around Herons in a few days and if I see u around I'll say hi. Thanks for your passion and for sharing your knowledge, pls keep it up. 👍💪😀

[@peterchan3100]

Let me know before you come just to check that I wont be out. I'd love to meet you.

[@adityaaadi2995]

Wow, you're such a lucky and kind person

[@twodogsyyc6729]

Amazing find. It pays to pay attention. Thanks for sharing!!

[@nellyt2807]

sir with your wealth of knowledge one could never bore

[@bonsa1guy]

Please do a follow up. I hope most of the 36 survive. Beech aren't the best for root disturbance but for free you have nothing to lose. GL

[@hansthalhammer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKHRqWuXdpiJmJI Update!

[@coinzilla833]

thank you for your knowledge and outlook on life I really enjoy how you view the world not many people are like you and I wish people with the amount of knowledge you have were as humble as you. I learn a lot form your videos on bonsai and life thanks again

[@mormsbie2227]

Luck you say... I think those trees are lucky to have found you!!!

[@louisecolombi6630]

awesome score! Like they say: “one man's trash is another man's treasure” 💕

[@sarahhoyt9556]

I am so pleased with how many youtube videos you have, i just love watching your work and i learn something new every time. I am very happy that there is so much documented content to learn from, and your teaching style is very good. Thank you again sir!

[@TheMrjoehughes]

Fantastic material for bonsai, great for experimenting

[@shrinathkadolkar7643]

You are a good human thank you for being so kind towards mother nature

[@headingnorth5701]

Loving the daily videos.

[@miekolock4060]

Awesome!!! I’m new to the channel and have seen the video of you working these trees years later. Cool video to see the origin story

[@BackGardenBonsai]

This is an incredible free haul!! The original owners are going to be kicking themselves when they realise they have given away such a treasure

[@peterchan3100]

NO they are not bonsai people - they are just builders who had rubbish to get rid off.

[@hectordehesa2118]

Really excited to see the future of these trees! Cheers my friend

[@kathybramley5609]

The introduction to this. The weather. It felt like a beautiful gentle nostalgic children's program. And forgive me, I don't mean that in any reductive way at all. Like Bagpuss for trees. (I went to a Bagpuss exhibition in Cartwright Hall in Bradford with the original puppets for the animation. And I surprised myself and wept).

[@michellelyster5931]

I just stumbled on this channel and I love this guy. He is amzing.

[@MidniteSan]

Thank you for saving those trees Peter,.can't wait for the next video.

[@giangianni503]

your joy is contagious. Thank you Master

[@seconta2non]

Peter you are so cool. Dumpster diving for beech trees to rescue! So awesome! Fantastic videos. I have great respect for your love for the trees and the process. Hope you live a hundred years! Thank you! From Susan in Anacortes, Washington, USA

[@t42d72]

After all you have been able to rescue all of them and keep them alive. lucky day for you and those trees also.....Great coincidence !!!

[@joshuwha]

I learn alot from you! Thanks for being awesome

[@davidmurray9844]

Wow what an amazing Man, thank You for being so generous and sharing your priceless knowledge. I learn so much on every video. I wish I could visit your operation someday. Many blessings from Indiana USA.

[@samyoel5384]

How I dream of these scenarios! Just driving past and see 36 trees going in the skip…I work on building site’s every day and never had this opportunity 😢

[@XBeABC]

Makes me so happy seeing this rescue. Love your work. XXB

[@gabijones2445]

You are a treasure Mr. Chan. Thank you so much for these videos.

[@suniaboneham]

You are so inspiring and amazing Peter! What a wonderful video I loved every minute of it. You are THE "Tree Whisperer"

[@dickmcshan9778]

What a lucky find! I can only hope you realize how much we enjoy you and your wonderful presentations. Cheers, Dick from Vancouver.

[@kavitasingh6791]

Wow great job.I usually do because I cant spend.You are saving the lives.

[@rossi4382]

I think this is where you can shine👍. You seem to feel much more comfortable with this Prebonsai work then with the delicate tasks a tree in a bonsai pot would appreciate. This beeches are a very good starting point. I hope you can find someone who is used to work with beeches after the prebonsai stage so you can create some nice bonsais together. Pls be careful with the wire! Take your time for every step you are taking with this plants. They are worth it.😅

[@andrewkeihl576]

i can't wait to see what he does for these trees.

[@williamwoody7607]

Fantastic video-wish you had demonstrated how to turn one tree into three bonsai tho.Sorry about your heatwave, 2003 was a brutal year for wine in France and took so many French lives. Stay safe.

[@247ahmad]

Excellent work Mr Chan.

[@nickr2687]

What i wouldn't give to find just one of those trees! Wonderful find Peter

[@lucasmajoe]

That shirt is top notch my friend!

[@creatingcorey]

I really enjoy these types of videos on this one specifically I would have liked a little bit more detail on how you recognized the health of the trees and The care after they've been repotted

[@5877user]

Peter also has an eye for selecting Hawaiian shirts. Wonder if he made his own luck in getting them. Love love love his shirts

[@deploribusunum3894]

Lol. I watch the mulching dump here too! Great find you got there.

[@MikeyDunn]

Darn, that's a find and a half, would love to stumble upon a bunch of trees like that.

[@memyself1670]

Wow wonderful look forward to the update.

[@siddiaz1623]

I love the passion and your dedication sensei

[@sqcmstudios7889]

this video was very informational and fun ,thanks

[@bettydaknife]

Excellent find Peter! Ray here in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I would give my left arm for trees like those!

[@PatriciaAnnGriggs]

That is so Wonderful that you were able to save them

[@jimtorode9330]

Amazing recovery of free plant material...so inspiring! :)

[@colinbird6436]

This is great, saving those trees from the landfill, commendations to you Peter, nice work my friend.

[@soonzach4017]

Always love your videos

[@mattbrennan647]

Wow Peter, you’ve struck gold with that find. Good luck with them.

[@tizianor9454]

Now I'm waiting for a beech forest creation!

[@shachar2]

BTW a guy on a different video said that recent research showered that the trees are better if without sealant. I don't think it's a huge difference so you can do what you please but now you know the information

[@peterchan3100]

I dont think that is right because I have done experiments with sealant and without sealant on a large number of trees - the ones with sealant less likely to die. I think the research you cite relates to disease infection rather than moisture loss. I have read about that study

[@andreassavvides8296]

Amazing. These kinds if videos are great!!

[@deploribusunum3894]

I love that shirt!

[@stuff6218]

Lucky you!

[@Warvi_1111]

That's Brilliant! Great find!

[@notone4540]

I'm so jealous, I have been waiting for a great find like that.