How to Repot an Azalea

Many people ask me how to repot Azaleas, which soil to use and the best time of year to do it. In this video I repot a large Satsuki Azalea and explain the soil type best suited for the tree. We are doing this at the end of January as this is when the tree is dormant.
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[@plips71755]

Mr Chan ...don’t worry about some folks getting bored. Those of us who are really interested and who truly want to learn - want to hear and see everything, because as you work, it makes you think of something you think we should know or see as you open a plant up or you are wiring etc. The only way we can learn is to watch over and over - as you said in another video - every tree is different. And every tree needs to be handled differently. In terms of being boring - I get excited and love your long ones and get disappointed on the short ones. For those of us who couldn’t begin to afford to come to England or there is some other reason - this is the next best thing. Let’s face it - the folks who can’t deal with more than 5-6 minutes or even 12-15 - they aren’t going to be bonsai people anyway. The rest of us will watch several times until we get to see it all if our schedules are super busy. I’ve been rewatching several even the long ones. I just love these - I always wanted to try bonsai but it seemed the ones I saw doing it - what they did just didn’t make sense. You are so down to earth and make it easy to understand and then you show us the hows and tell us the whys. Thank you.

[@andyt.80]

Peter is a true master. I love the way he shares his knowledge with us and how he treats his employees.

[@fredbright2096]

Trust me, watching you work is absolutely NEVER boring. Watching an artist work is never boring to those who love to watch them do their magic.

[@slamboy66]

When Peter says "Radical Work" your in for a good show.

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[@tzeege]

@@slamboy66 *you're in for a good show.

[@questionablecooking7019]

I've watched this video no less than 10x and I still come back to watch it. Massive inspiration.

[@briankavanagh7191]

Tea, jam on toast and Peters video, it must be Sunday morning.

[@grahamlister214]

Ha.... Sunday morning it is. But I've gone black coffee and crumpets ☺️

[@benbishop1131]

Anything you decide to film for your audience is no doubt appreciated. I'm not interested in Azalea but like an interested student I still watch the master work.

[@bowietwombly5951]

“Those people who pride themselves on knowing a smattering of Japanese words“ what a gentle but devastating burn. 😂 You are not only a master of bonsai and education, but of subtle takedowns as well. 😁

[@bogotogo2786]

I like when Peter says,” you must be bold!” Then, he grabs a chainsaw or a flamethrower.

[@BestEDMToday]

Bogo Togo he had a flame thrower? When was this episode 😂🤣

[@henryviera7825]

Definitely the best episode

[@wuchang4201]

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[@trentcardin3767]

He can afford to be bold with the operation he has. Lots of sprinklers and controlled environments. Plus a lifetime of experience.

[@t.4999]

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[@circularpizzabox2134]

OMG! Wow. The trunk is emphasized so well in the After shot. Incredibly beautiful job!

[@ArtCBeck]

Peter is truly a wonderful teacher

[@MidniteSan]

Beautiful strong azalea..,imagine the amount of time, dedication and patience spent to create such fine bonsai specimen. Thx for sharing Peter can't wait for the next one.. cheers

[@andrewsdrmike]

MidniteSan this tree has lost its shape and would benefit from restructuring

[@gtap295]

I found your channel by chance when looking for general information about bonsai after buying a Ficus type small tree at one of our local nurseries. I enjoy listening and watching your very informative channel and especially your holistic approach to gardening.

[@6h483]

This should become a video format with the different kind of trees! 😁

[@bjrockensock]

Watching you work is soothing. It is never boring. Video editing constraints and formatting aside, your instruction is spot on with good observations, cultural comments, personal opinion. I'm always surprised you can talk while you work.

[@jacquesdeghorain1558]

Hahahahaha !! Tous les enseignants font comme ça ! Ce n'est qu'une question d'habitude

[@williamkvashay9502]

So much fun, I wish I was turned on to this art 50 years ago, thank you so much!

[@noumine]

I don't think it boring at all to watch every snip you make :D It gives me the courage to be decisive in my own work. Thank you for sharing this great video.

[@johnmonts57]

Thank you so much for this video! As a beginner, I have been searching for an in depth video just like this to educate me on pruning, repotting, and soil mix for my small azalea. I have gained so much knowledge from your channel!

[@jameshaulbrooks]

Peter- Catching up on your work is a nighttime routine of mine. Love your videos so, keep them coming. I always retain the knowledge provide, and love the added history you toss in as well P.S. I always worry about your fingers though 😀 Sincerely, Wes from South Carolina

[@plantdesigns7889]

Now I need to order some Kanuma and Sphagnum moss. Love the videos. They've bolstered my confidence in my day to day pruning.

[@ALEJANDRORUIZ2378]

Never miss your new videos, hope to go visit the nursery soon... Cheers from Costa Rica!!!

[@julesverne2509]

Such a great teacher. Thank you Mr. Chan.

[@marystotts1939]

Just a beginner and I really appreciate the entire procedure. Awesome video. Thank you.

[@leslieread556]

I live in Portland, Oregon and would be interested in a video on which bonsai should be kept outside and which ones inside. I’ve been binge watching all your videos...thank you for such great information...🌿🌱

[@michaelrutledge3750]

I want to get an azalea this year, so timely information. Wado (thank you!).

[@BONSAIenCORTO]

It is such a huge bonsay library you Will leave for us that is priceless. Just thank you.

[@laurakotzbauer4573]

You wont lose my good will. I love watching you! I’ve learned so much from you! And for that, I am thankful. I live in America and I love bonsai!

[@DarleneBoyd]

Love the really nice closeups to your work if fantastic. Thank you.

[@greenstar7492]

Love my Sunday mornings with master Peter Chan ....

[@johnfloydman7735]

Thanks Peter 🙏 my Sunday wouldn't be the same without a video from you 👍✌️

[@RogerWindvogel]

Love watching your seminar so detail with lots of patient

[@angie3504]

Thank you for a thorough explanation about azaleas. Looking forward to early spring to repot mine

[@samueltropcool]

Love ur videos peter keep up the good work

[@BigBingus]

Great slide show there at the end! Thanks for letting us see those pictures

[@laurakotzbauer4573]

Your bonsais are absolutely beautiful!

[@hocklaikhor8353]

so much wisdoms on bonsai being shared through out the video which making the video not forwardable. i had watched it from the start until the end for the good 34 minutes and gain so much wisdoms. unbelievable!

[@aidatakizawa9944]

Love the pictures at the end. Great teacher I have learned so much. Thank you

[@bonsaitherapy1468]

I love when you say you will need to do some radical work!

[@mrosbender]

Thank you Peter for - again - a great video! It would be great if you can make one or more video's about the techniques / tricks (as explained at approximately 26 minutes in the video) used to thicken a trunk or redirect a branche by grafting etc.

[@katiecanine4548]

This is not my favourite kind of tree but it's still nice and interesting to see how it's done. I also liked the hollow trunk on the back if I saw that right.

[@gilesmarriott5635]

I find your videos really informative, thanks Peter, a man of Many talents!

[@finnsbiavl7483]

Such a good lesson, thanks 😎🌳

[@christiansanchez1486]

“You must Gently rake the roots” (repeatedly stabs root ball mercilessly)

[@nancyfahey7518]

I love the old craggly trunk.

[@HeatherfishCreations]

As always, another awesome video! Thank you Peter. :)

[@edzejandehaan9265]

What a lovely tree.

[@jamesa7506]

A fine job on the tree and video, sir! Thank you.

[@oneof1667]

Love it Peter!

[@mamanbear1]

Great work, wonderful video. Keep it up.

[@barbedstar6480]

What a lovely way to greet Sunday morning.....

[@satsukiazalealovers4854]

I love to see your videos about SATSUKi azaleas 🌺 Many thanks 😊

[@sumitboral3745]

Marvelous work......amazing stuff, dont have word to express how beautiful that plant is.....simply hats off to you sir.... 🙏. ❤️from india....

[@sarthakpanda3390]

You are true inspiration sir. Have a great day.

[@pedroreyes5158]

Hi from Puerto Rico

[@d3nn1sl0ng]

Always love your vids. You are so thorough with your info. I have learnt so much about bonsai from you. Many thanks. Just one question. How do you grow such large trunks with azaleas?

[@peterchan3100]

Just TIME

[@maryshoemaker7593]

Reshaping azaleas can be very tedious I see. There was a lot of die back from not enough sunlight to the inner tree. I was surprised to see how fresh the soil remains after 5 yrs!! Great video.. thanks Peter!!

[@louinwy1]

I must say that you need to be a BRAVE, STRONG, and FIT person/artist to do what you do!

[@Stettafire]

That azelea is beautiful

[@lalhmingmawiaralte7657]

Very useful and interesting video

[@DW-kr6iw]

Beautiful!!!!

[@terrycollins5429]

love your videos......''Grows like the clappers'' ....is that a technical term? Brilliant!!

[@MR-rt8bx]

My 6" tall azalea forest is looking good!

[@vencent8329]

cant wait till spring it gonna flower i want to see

[@karras3593]

Beautiful

[@davidoreskovic4029]

Hi Peter, I absolutely love your videos. I have some Azaleas in my garden and would like to air layer them. I am for Australia and we are just about to enter spring. When would be a good time for me to air layer them? Thank you for your videos and God bless

[@genlj8998]

Thanks again for the great information video. I think it is awesome that you freely educate the bonsai community

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I have had many companies ask me to make Bonsai videos for them for a good fee but I don't want to because I believe in giving information FREE.

[@genlj8998]

Yes

[@genlj8998]

peter chan yesterday I made a Japanese juniper full cascade all from information I gathered from your channel .It is awesome that people like me a normal 13 year old boy can make beautiful art because of a kind man sharing his great information with the world without charge

[@IrishAnonymous01]

@@peterchan3100 You're an inspiration to thousands! You will go down in history as the Bob Ross of bonsai. Opening up an art form to the masses and showing that it's all taken one brush stroke (Or cutting) at a time! Thank you.

[@ReindeerD]

Boss man just called almost all my bonsai “sophisticated topiary” and I’m ok with that

[@MultiNo33]

Thank you!

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Love them

[@janeplatt8254]

Beautiful peter 😍

[@pauloconci4196]

Hearing Peter rant about japanese pitch accent was a pleasant surprise.

[@sierramain-ogasawara5633]

Thank you!!

[@SkylinersYeti]

I have never seen you clean pots when re potting. I have always cleaned my pots to keep then sanitized and reduce risk of diseases.

[@rhysbertrand8903]

what for? that tree came out of that pot.

[@ted3664]

Definitely should have kept that branch in the middle!

[@HowToHydroponics]

I think it hid the transition well. Too late now I suppose. But removing it did show off the trunk and give the tree a new look.

[@jeffwatts4264]

i dont think id fancy helping to rake the roots while peters brandishing that root hook !

[@brucestradingcards6211]

That's amazing. Beautiful.

[@andytheflutemaker]

Great vidio again Peter Thankyou.Do satsuki air layer if so when is the best time to do it.

[@Prometheus4096]

In Japan, you need to repot late winter/early spring. In the UK, you could repot after flowering. It gets way too hot in Japan during the summer. That they have a rainy season may have mattered in the '90s. But now, it is too hot and too dry. Maybe that's why you say that Japanese growers and books say to repot after flowering. I only hear it from western people.

[@johnnyutah1053]

That golden tree at 20:04 is a real beauty

[@heruerlangga]

Nice and cool

[@terrysharing]

Thank you.

[@paullill5604]

Yes part 6 is here👍

[@marinabryssinck6834]

Beautifull how you let us know in all the steps of pruning 👍🌳

[@Tiger313NL]

I would love to have a cutting of one of those bright red satsukis... :O

[@churcillcrocodile]

At 1:20 I was expecting the full formula “I like thick trunks and I cannot lie”

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Fantastisch!🇳🇱🇳🇱

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[@kristensheridan685]

Hi Peter. Thanks so much for another great video. I am new to bonsai- have binge watched all you videos in the past couple of months! Just wondering, as it was something I noticed on this tree: when I remove front growing branches to expose the trunk, the tree tends to look a little strange- as if the branches are straight arms jutting out, rather than a more natural look. I noticed that when you cut the branch off this one at the front, that same look...is it just a matter of waiting til smaller branches and leaves grow to soften this, or is it the 'desired look'? Hope that makes sense....

[@alexandreduchenne1582]

Thank you for this video Peter! I watched the video with Julia and we have a question: why didn't you remove more of the old substrate? Is it to protect the fine roots? The music at the end of the videos is really beautiful. What is the title ?

[@akimdrev]

Hi! Is it seemed, that a top of the tree stayed not pruned? If so, does the reason to produce more gradual trunk? Thanks a lot!

[@julesverne2509]

I wish the Satzuki's would grow here in West Virginia. I do have other Aaleas but they aren't quite as nice as teh Satzuki.

[@sandragee2864]

I would like to get some more detailed explanation of the grafting the Japanese performed which thickened the trunk.

[@CaligulaMain]

i was bold with a nursury stock buy. i prolly killed it because i stumpped it and pruned the roots without a thought lol. there goes a 20 and a few hours .ill let it sit around just in case wish i saw these vids first

[@danielwynne8568]

I’m in northeast Ohio (zone 6). I have an azalea that’s been in the ground 30 years that I want to put in a pot. I was hoping you can clarify some things for me. It’s July 15, I was thinking it safe to hard prune it now, leave it in the ground and pot it early spring. Thoughts? Thanks ~ Dan

[@ingeborg-anne]

I think it's a good idea to always consider why traditions or customs are a thing before you decide to partake in them :) As a side-note, because of all the Naruto I watched growing up I can't read satsuki without hearing it being yelled like Naruto would yell "SASUKE!" (/saske/) :)

[@fisheatinweasel]

@9:14 Did this branch not provide an element of mystery? Did it not slightly obscure the transition from large trunk to small trunk- forcing the observer to change perspective and explore? Was it an 'Eye poker' as Naka sometimes called front branches? Does it now look a little bare?

[@marybaker5319]

I just got one for mother's day and I need to know how to take care of it in California and how do I know il get a answer back on it and thanks for the video I love that tree

[@jirawudhvanasup4530]

This means that you can use branch grafting in correcting inverse tapers ? I would like to see you done it. Thank you. Rgds, Jay.

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👌

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Ok🌿