Corin's Exhibition from the Bash - Greenwood Bonsai Studio

In this video Corin shows us his demonstration trees from our annual bonsai bash. He also gives us guided tour of the collection.
CLOCKWISE FROM THE ENTRANCE (left hand side of studio)
Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum. Root over rock style.Originally from the collection of Peter Brown, grown over a rock collected by Peter from a local beach in Devon. Recently redesigned and potted into a Walsall studio ceramics pot.
Ezo Spruce, Picea jezoensis. In Sperling Ceramics pot. Twin trunk styled by Corin over the last 10 years originally imported from Japan.
Seiryu Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Seiryu’ For over 20 years this has been styled by Corin, since being imported. This year it is looking especially nice. Recently it has been potted into a most beautiful pot by French bonsai potter Greg ceramics.
Mikawa Yatsabusa Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Makawa Yatsabusa’. Planted in Gordon Duffet pot. Owned by Corin for 15 years. Had hardly any branches when he first bought it and a massive hole at the top of the trunk. It has all healed and filled out very nicely.
Japanese Mountain Hemlock, Tsuga diversifolia. A recent addition here at Greenwood. A very rare tree in the UK, Corin has been trying to track one down for years. It has distinctive aged bark, a future show tree. In a vintage Japanese Yamaki pot.
Trident Maple, Acer buergerianum. Root over rock style. Imported from Japan a few years ago. Came in to Greenwood as a part exchange against a larger specimen. Now resides in Corin’s collection. Planted on to such a beautiful piece of ibigawa rock. Potted into a vintage Walsall studio ceramics bonsai pot.
Koto-no-ito Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Koto-no-ito’ An unusual fine leaf maple not often grown as bonsai. Very fine cut leaf and amazing bright orange autumn colour, make this a rare but rewarding tree to grow.
European Larch, Larix decidua. Originally yamadori material from Europe. Owned by a customer until last year when he sadly passed away. This tree has since been kept at Greenwood in his memory. Re-potted into a vintage Ian Baillie pot, chosen to compliment the aged bark of the collected tree.
Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum. Cascade style in a Japanese Shuhu pot. The copper in the glaze of the pot makes it really suit the tree in Autumn mirroring a similar colour in the leaves.
END DISPLAY - TRIO OF SHISHIGASHIRA MAPLES
LEFT - Shishigashira maple, Acer palmatum ‘Shishigashira’ Bought around 10 year ago at the Trophy show in Belgium. It was a bit neglected and in a small pot back then and has really come on under Corins care. In a vintage Walsall pot.
CENTRE - Shishigashira maple, Acer palmatum ‘Shishigashira’ After many years searching for a really impressive Shishigashira we were lucky enough to source and import this tree in 2024. Styling and refinement have just started and it will be repotted next year. Watch this space.
RIGHT - Shishigashira maple, Acer palmatum ‘Shishigashira’ This tree was hand selected in Japan by Corin during the World Bonsai Convention 6 years ago. It has grown on so well in that time. Now residing in a Chinese Sher-ming bonsai pot, chosen for when the tree displays bright orange / red colour leaves.
RIGHT HAND SIDE OF STUDIO (from far end back to door)
Beech, Fagus sylvatica. Collected over 30 years ago from the New Forest and last exhibited over 10 years ago. This magnificent specimen now resides at Greenwood. Planted in a Gordon Duffet pot.
Korean Hornbeam, Carpinus turczaninowii. Trained by Corin for over 24 years, about 16 years ago it did not leaf out in Spring and had the whole year off. It is now growing well and has lovely small leaves. Planted in a Stone Monkey pot.
Satsuki Azalea, Rhododendron indicum ‘Hanabin’ A relatively new cultivar of Satsuki. Despite being a fairly young tree it is exhibited here for you to enjoy its seasonal flowering. Recently planted into a Chinese pot to complement its flowers.
Rough Bark Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Arakawa’. Imported from Japan 6 years ago. Another tree bought as part of Corins ongoing quest to have maples with impressively thick trunks in his collection. Planted in a Gordon Duffet pot commissioned especially for the tree.
Cornelian Cherry, Cornus mas. Originally Collected in Eastern Europe 20 years ago, this tree has been in the UK for 15 years. It has been in at least three bonsai collections. Once sold by us it has returned. I think it will stay put this time.
Deshojo Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Deshojo’. Bought for its powerful trunk despite its small stature. Potting into a hand selected Sperling Ceramics pot.
Painted Red Fingernail Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Tsuma-beni’. A fun little surprising tree. Spotted by Corin during a recent trip to Europe when not in leaf labelled as a normal Acer palmatum. Imagine his surprise when it leafed out as a Tsuma-beni!
Ukon Maple, Acer palmatum ‘Ukon’. Cascade style planted in a custom made Walsall Studio crescent pot. Corin has worked on this tree for 15 years.

[@EarningmyGreenThumb]

You single handedly inspired me to start my very own collection. I have very minimal experience growing anything at all, but I'm thankful to have finally found a healthy hobby and to be a part of such a unique and broad spectrum of people. Just when I started to give up on the world, I found hope. All in a little mini tree. I hope you have a wonderful day! We all really appreciate your time.

[@backbudbonsai]

Bonsai is beautiful and so are the people in to it. It’s not a platitude when I say that “bonsai has saved my life.” I had almost 15yrs of drug addiction…….. bonsai has given me peace of mind and a reason to look forward to tomorrow! I wish u well on growing a garden!! Take care

[@christianschmidt5744]

Nice! You about learn patience

[@sylviahardy4568]

Not only are the bonsai beautiful, Greenwood is tidy and weed freed, and the inshop goods are presented in a clean and organised matter. Sunday was lovely. I even got a proper cuppa and some very good banana and Nutella cake 😋 Thank you Corin, Paul, et el.

[@nsumpy]

Me and my mum had the best day on Saturday, I was personally blown away by the quality of Greenwood and the trees were amazing. Keep up the good work all!

[@christophroggeman6791]

Table fits very well with the three. CHR.👍

[@greenwoodbonsaistudio]

Yes it does!

[@snox7320]

I would love to see a film on the history of the studio . Oh and some lovely maples on show there .

[@frankiesalmon7545]

We were lucky enough to see a few of these trees during a bonsai course a few months back. I would describe the studio as the best art gallery we’ve ever been to 🌳

[@anordinaryman6017]

very nice collection will be visiting for sure

[@MarksJapaneseGarden5]

The best Bonsai dealer in the UK in my opinion , what a lovely team and Corin is just a wealth of knowledge and a genius we are lucky to have . Great place to visit , buy from and love the You tube channel .

[@greenwoodbonsaistudio]

Wow, thank you!

[@acer_p_bonsai]

Beautiful trees Corin! Thanks for sharing!! 🙏🏽 🪴 🍁

[@greenwoodbonsaistudio]

You are so welcome!

[@stormdrifter7904]

i didn't get a chance to look closely at all the exhibition trees. The way that trident's bark flows over the rock makes it look like they've been paired together forever

[@Admiral_Pumpout]

I really enjoyed my trip with my American Lady, and met a lovely lady, her man and their dog too debating which blue cedar to get. They also pointed out the cedar of lebanon whips to me, one of the three trees I had decided I would buy next before I bought any more. The others were Pauls Scarlett and a Gingko but I only saw one amazing Pauls Scarlett but unfortunately a bit beyond my wallet! Walked away with pots and training trees, didn’t spend as much as I thought and really enjoyed the inspiration from some of the mighty trees in the outdoor collection. To the lady I met, best of luck with your cedar, I think you picked the best of the bunch and hope you can make something of it!

[@MAMLeers]

Beautiful, impressive trees! Thanks for sharing!

[@dariuszjarosz752]

Super👍

[@randysmith1723]

I really do appreciate you thinking of your fans over here in the states who wish we could be there, and hope to visit you there someday. As a newer Bonsai enthusiast, and already 62, if I ever have 1 tree as remarkable as any one of your exhibition trees, I will feel like it’s been well worth it. Actually with the roughly 20 I have, mostly being pre-bonsai, I’ve already found it very rewarding just experiencing the process. Thank you for sharing your talent and skills!

[@pattymyers4729]

Thank you for sharing yours trees with us who are a long ways away. Very glad you had a wonderful turnout🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@bonsaisn]

Chào bạn, bộ siêu tập bonsai của bạn rất đẹp

[@boogiloushou]

Fabulous!! ❤❤❤

[@williammallender8391]

Thank you for a lovely display

[@jesusarmendariz9128]

Pristine place and wonderful collection,thank you very much for sharing 👌👌👏🏻👏🏻

[@greenwoodbonsaistudio]

Thanks for visiting

[@ravaginggoatman]

The Slug, how appropriate 😂

[@nazariojuarez3156]

Absolutely an stunning collection

[@HP-sq1qh]

impressed thanks

[@ggevergreenbonsai1259]

It was a fantastic day. Thanks Corin. 😮

[@JohnThurlbeck]

It was fab, Corin! Welld one to you and everyone who worked the weekend!

[@keepingitkoi]

It was a great day I spent a fortune 😂 but came away with some lovely pots and trees 👍😊

[@angieb6899]

Thank you for sharing your collection Corin. Absolutely stunning. 👩🏻‍🌾🪴

[@robertpawlsoky2910]

Thank you for your dedicated work. It does a lot to keep many of us going and it is a good practice to be in even if our trees won’t make it to this level. I find it is the closeness to the tree over years of cultivation that matter the most to me, keeping them healthy working with them, letting them be. I also like the variety. I will plan a visit someday and check out your website. We all appreciate what you do.

[@russellchapman3599]

Kia ora from NZ, l enjoy your clips Corin . You keep things simple and easy to follow, the garden and trees looks fab. Ngā mihi. Russell

[@JoeCangelosi-e3r]

Inspiring ! Im a novice on the trees but experienced furniture builder I just love the total artistry

[@christelcherville7065]

Des arbres splendides !!!! Merci pour ce partage. J'adorerai venir vous voir. Peut être un jour....

[@allanchurm]

thank you...

[@stephenkacer7261]

Thank you for sharing… Your trees are absolutely stunning ❤️❤️

[@felixmustar7386]

i bet a seiryu stone would be perfect material for a nice root over rock

[@highplainsdrifter6577]

Much appreciated look into the bash!!!🤩🥳🍻

[@willbhm]

Thank you for a wonderful weekend it was amazing and your trees especially the Shishigashira they are the best I’ve seen you and your staff went above and beyond and it surly was thoroughly appreciated thanks so much, I for one can’t wait for the next one 😜

[@BeckyBledsoe-qj1rn]

Oh my goodness. I am drooling. I would love to achieve this kind of results and that's why I will keep learning. Thank you for all you do.

[@carolsmithtaylor1519]

Much apprecisted the video Corin of your trees on display at the recent Bash. Unfortunately I couldn't attend on this occasion. So good you thought about absent supporters. Carol at LBC.

[@cashkillion5710]

3:21. Amazing, happy to see this in your collection! Thanks for the video and sharing!

[@Maples-and-cats]

Koto no ito maple it is from another planet...so much work on it!!!

[@jamesglenn520]

Absolutely a beautiful display. Thank you for sharing. From Idaho USA 🇺🇸

[@greenwoodbonsaistudio]

Thanks for watching

[@2702simmo]

Fantastic display and video wish I’d visited at the weekend Love you going all Jim Bowen at the end of the

[@lougriffiths]

Unfortunately we couldn't come, but always visit when we come to Leeds to see family xx

[@annissa485]

Lovely display, thank you for sharing

[@zanestevens9837]

Wow Greenwood... What inspiration..... Thank you

[@BonsaiK2H]

Wonderfull

[@lisawagner6076]

Beautiful collection Corin!!

[@rainproofjeans]

Beautiful trees. Thanks for sharing! Maybe one day I’ll make it across the pond for a visit…

[@briantuel9667]

Simply beautiful. Hope to get there one of these years. Cheers!

[@robcottam2]

Beautiful. Thanks for the video. I'll be there some day!!

[@razor2ts]

Fantastic display, thank you :-)

[@jballenger9240]

Stunning transformation of the Blue spruce!

[@dshevack1]

Really nice

[@williamscott791]

You have an amazing collection I absolutely love that Hananbin azalea I'm in the US and I have been looking for that for a while and can't seem to find one anywhere

[@fredmanfv]

WOW....beautiful collection Corin. Those maples are super healthy. What do you feed them...if I may ask?

[@andrewmiles611]

Think you have just answered a question about what type the 8-9 foot tall maple with a 5inch trunk in our garden. It’s a Tsuma-beni.

[@creightonfreeman8059]

I lost a shishigashira maple over the Winter. I believe you apprenticed in Michigan. Were the Winters there a problem with Japanese maples? I'm just South of there and Japanese Maples seem to do OK in the ground here but have trouble over wintering in pots even when the pots are mulched into the ground.

[@NoQuarter01]

Question, What makes a Specimen Tree a Specimen Tree? Great video and beautiful trees, thx!

[@greenwoodbonsaistudio]

mmmmm, it means different things to different people. To me it means something a bit special, a tree that could be worthy of being exhibited at a show, a mature aged tree, that is well developed, refined and turned out, sought after.

[@NoQuarter01]

@@greenwoodbonsaistudio very good and interesting. Thank you

[@franzdinger1791]

🤗🤗

[@brucedeacon28]

👌👍🙂

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[@donknotts5625]

Great videos Great collection