Making Juniper Bonsai from Difficult Material

In this video I show you how to make bonsai from field grown juniper material - showing you how to wire the tree into shape and put in a Mica Pot.
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[@SuperPeleke]

Is this man a wizard?! He's doing bonsai, wild birds flock to him. It's magical.

[@unionmen2312]

Omg you’re right lol

[@timroth1984]

Gunna say the same thing. Magical shit my brothers and sisters.

[@Angela-un2tx]

Disney princess for SURE! 😂

"I hope the robin is not distracting the viewers." I was totally distracted by the robin.

[@KyleNordstrom]

My respect to the camera man who was able to get the robin in the shot and still give you full access to what was being done on the tree.

[@alyssarose4220]

At 2:17 you can see the robin snag a worm!

[@dasMoto]

Didn't got that one... I was focused on the robin

[@gabeort58]

@@alyssarose4220 thanks!😆

[@holyek7892]

Love the robin! So cute! Robin might become a bonsai master.

[@jeremiahshine]

Beatrice Potter's "Peter Chan & Friends"!

[@Opceedee]

Then Peter would be the Batman of bonsai

[@jeremiahshine]

@@Opceedee The Masked Tanuki.

[@freakysteve140281]

I would call it Splinter, because he learnt to be a ninja by watching a human master, plus you know…. Trees have splinters

[@Sailabear11]

The little robin is a very curious student. It is at home in your peaceful environment. Bravo Master!

[@mynala110]

The robin has so much personality 😊. Made my day to see something so worry free and just happy to be alive

[@IlkkaVuoristo]

"In the years to come the robin, having learnt the art of bonsai, taught four teenage squirrels how to prune for interesting shape and wire properly..." :D

[@peterchan3100]

You can write a bonsai fairy tale for children based on this idea.

[@dasMoto]

@@peterchan3100 reminds me of Mr. Splinter ( the rat in ninja turtles) who mastered martial arts by copying his human master

[@dasMoto]

Imagine the robin thinks he is the star in the videos and tells what Peter is doing: " And here you can see how Peter shakes the worms out of the root ball by turning and moving the tree a little. Sometimes he uses other methods to get the worms out that are very ineffective, like putting wire on the tree and bending it. Well, that also results in getting some worms out, but I think he needs to rethink that method..."

[@larjkok1184]

What?

[@shomenm]

Like ratatouille

[@unionmen2312]

Lol

[@naecotiliasounds2373]

absolutely love your idea :D now I also will hear a little robin voice in my head :) :)

[@MitchellMasilun]

When you put the juniper on the turntable, I was like "where's the robin, where's the robin, where's the robin", and when he popped up, I literally cheered out loud!

[@itsnotyourbusiness4608]

Suddenly a robin appears next to Peter... hmm he lives in a beautiful house with a garden, has a group of faithful helpers, animals like him... it's confirmed Peter is a Disney princess.

[@Teunslang1999]

that Robin getting all those one on one Bonsai lessons for free

[@PolinaS-gq1te]

The bird is not a disturb, it's an additional adorable moment, that shows the unity with the nature)))

[@arnoldmmbb]

Love the little robin just waiting for his worms 😍

[@TheBonsaiGarden]

That robin needs his own KZbin channel 😁

[@Eisen_Jaeger]

I really like how the first one turned out. Makes me think of a lightning strike. And the robin is adorable how its not afraid of you.

[@kogaratsu2003]

The robin indicates to me how much Peter is one with nature. When animals show no fear of humans they walk the path of Heaven as indicated by Chinese philosophy

[@raggedbreath]

Robins are notoriously confident around humans. They'll pop along as soon as they see you digging up bugs!

[@billyckjelson]

I have been so enjoying your latest videos. Especially the one where walked around and demonstrated how many plants you found in the yard that he could us as free bonsai material. Here again in this video your showing that even plants that look to like they’d never make a suitable bonsai. Peter not only is an excellent teacher with a wealth of knowledge to share, but he also makes a conscious effort to show that bonsai is accessible to anyone with limited investment. Most, if not all, of the most popular bonsai channels on KZbin are nearly the opposite. Cost was always what kept me from getting into Bonsai, and I thought that way because those channels never offer alternative options for costly materials. I’d always thought that was such a shame. After I discovered Peter Chan, my thinking changed for the better forever. Thank you again for showing me and so many others that anyone can start practicing bonsai. BTW....who thinks Peter is a wizard or Disney Prince or something because he’s got robins landing on his hands while he works? Looks like paradise!

[@peterchan1720]

Thank you for your kind and perceptive comments. I must be doing something right.

[@jayjorz]

After watching that video I know feel heart broken about all the trees I pruned back or pulled out of my fence line not thinking that I would later want to pot and use them.

[@almac2598]

Thanks Peter. Two nice trees from a good demo. Nice to see Robin around still.

[@MasterCommandCEO]

This little robin prancing around patiently waiting for clippings small enough for it and watching you is one of the best things I've seen in a long time. Combined with your soothing explanations it's wonderful.

[@selfmade6142]

The little robin, the bonsai and Peter. A great and harmonious meeting of nature. A great job, especially the last tree shown.

[@margaretmiller4899]

The robin certainly is gorgeous, I love his attitude!! He’s a great addition to the videos.

[@greenlizardballs]

That red bark coming through is incredibly stunning.

[@yahyasanuse6978]

Love the robin...so tame...salute u sir.

[@ingeborg-anne]

I am first and foremost here for the bonsai lesson - though that robin just makes me smile every time. "I hope the robin isn't distracting" you say, and the robin comes running like you said his name! Such a sweet little thing

[@avocado5170]

That robin is adorable! Shows how wonderful of a person you are that it isn't afraid of you

[@farmert9679]

Mr. Robin does not distract me at all. I find him as a fascinating helper for you by looking for any insects in the root ball and cleaning them out for you. Great bonsai student.

[@TheNormalUniverse]

I love the Robin too!

[@nailbendert4569]

I LOVE that first tree!

[@themichaellerner]

Thank you, Peter, for another demonstration of what can be created from "impossible" material. For those of us who cannot afford, or do not want to purchase, finished bonsais, impossible material is what we get to choose from. It is inspiring to see what you can do with it!

[@paullill5604]

Sunday breakfast with Peter time again. 18:06 feeding time 26:10 oops but loved watching it again Both trees turned out great but the first one is stunning. Stay well Stay safe

[@christianschmidt5744]

These "rubbish" trees, after Peters touch, so much resemble the work of Nature and have a quality that transcends the grandiose traditionals. Kinda like the uninhibited drawing of a toddler compared to a Rembrandt. There is so much, if not more, to appreciate in these "undesirables". Thanks for showing us how you bring out the best of each!

[@podboq2]

That one downvoter needs to get a life. Thanks for another excellent hour spent with us, Peter :D

[@peterchan1720]

You get them everywhere

[@maximeseverino5645]

Sunny Sunday morning and Master Chan... best way to start the day

[@koholohan3478]

The Resident Robin is no distraction. It's a delight.

[@VanTheuni]

Heartwarming... looks like your mascot was hungry 🙏

[@MidniteSan]

Curious Robin 😘 .. Thx for sharing Peter 👍 turned out to be something indeed. Next one pleased 😁.

[@_madr]

I really admire you. You are doing what you love and your heart desires. I purchased my very first Bonsai in 1978 and the second one in 1982. Needless to say that both died since there was not much information about Bonsai those days. Now, I am retired and learning a lot from from you. I am intending to create a few Bonsai and find your videos extremely useful. Many thanks.

[@douglasrussell5061]

The calm demeanor of Peter is which probably explains the reasoning for the robin getting so close and or worms getting free of the roots as well. Yet, Achieving that level of calm in which birds aren't too nervous around me is a goal of mine.

[@bradjohnson-dupre4901]

It's a special kind of presence for a bird to dance around sensei & his work.

[@gettagudenhei8355]

I just love the bird.. It says so much about the artist.. Thank you for your videos. ❤

[@bobfeinberg8977]

I enjoy all of his videos, but especially this type. It has helped open my eyes to the almost endless material that is growing in weird, stressed places or mishapen nursery stock you can find on sale. They can end up as fabulous bonsai ! Thanks for the lessons, Peter!

[@zackau9807]

I love the part about, when you copy, it becomes more of a craft than an art. Perfect direct comparison :)

[@teresasnow-angel5494]

That rockin robin made my afternoon more enjoyable....and less boring!!

[@riverrowanphoenix1876]

I think there may have been a mistake in the editing on this video, as there were a couple of repeated sections. However, despite that, the information given in all of your videos is wonderful and has inspired me to start producing some of my own bonsai! Currently, I'm waiting on cuttings from 2 different types of willow to root, and I can't wait to see what I can do with them!

[@clarekrishan1597]

Estimate @ 26:00 mins Peter's first specimen makes a reappearance (and is promptly discarded for a repeat treatment of the second specimen for ten minutes or so) until @ 35:00 mins

[@ethanpayne4116]

@@clarekrishan1597 Thanks for the timestamps

[@pawelm5493]

Anyway, I watched it three times and I'm going to watch it again or twice.

[@sidtewari5746]

Marvelous Learning from u is so liberating The way u said that all bonsais dont have to look the Japanese models Peter u r so.adorable to us Ur Bonsai tutorials aee studded with moral tips too Thanks a ton I am also working on a difficult project , hope to send u pictures when it takes a final shape

[@peterchan1720]

Send me a picture of what you have made

[@realrohitdebnath]

The Robin is learning and being amazed by Peter's bonsai art.

[@Taotao515]

One man, one tree, one bird. Peter is a zen master no doubt. Greeting from China, Master !

[@peterchan3100]

Nice to meet you Brother.

[@janetobermann157]

The resident Robin!! ❤❤❤ I love watching Peter work; creating such beautiful trees! I’m new to Bonsai and am finding this Channel to be inspiring and entertaining as well! And, yes, the little Robin WAS distracting- but in the most delightful way!! Thanks for a lovely Saturday evening of beauty and inspiration.

[@barbkrienke8400]

The trees turned out great! And the Robin was not a distraction at all. It enriched the experience for me to see how calm he was around you, and it warmed my heart when you gave him that worm! You are like Dr. Doolittle!!

[@nicolapislor1665]

I am a landscape gardener and the red throats come with us every day...great video

[@wierdo225]

Even the animals love your work 😍

[@louisecolombi6630]

the Robin absolutely stole the show 😍😍😍😍😍💓💓💓💓💓💓💓🪴🪴🪴🪴🪴

[@Mannavegr]

If anything bonsai masters are real artists 🙏

[@nancyfahey7518]

The bird is a good addition to the video. He's your sidekick now. I think the impossible tree turned out great.

[@5dliving1111]

Love the chimta “Indian plyers”❤️🧘‍♂️🌳

[@peterchan1720]

This one I purchased in Bhopal

[@ethanpayne4116]

I think the second juniper despite all its traditional issues still makes for a very pleasant overall effect when all of its unusual features are considered in concert. If the foliage is further refined with a little more wiring and after some new growth comes in over the next couple years, I think the tree will probably appeal very strongly to certain customers who like a natural look.

[@jerry8405]

im also here to comment on the robin. hi bird.

[@rsa420]

Exactly in South Africa and love the peerieneef style. Not sure if it's world wide recognized but use it on my local trees

[@peterchan1720]

I was in SA in 1996 for 3 weeks. You may not remember

[@dickmcshan9778]

It is always a good morning when I get an alert that you've posted a new presentation. Bonsai is the art of man interacting with nature. In your situation, that sweet little Robin makes it nature interacting with man. Cheer, Dick from Vancouver.

[@julesverne2509]

Oh!! Good to see the little robin is still around.

[@beauleader5026]

This is Knowledge transmission to it's finest.

[@dracokaiser]

Love how that little bird is just hanging around your turntable ❤️

[@johnvandegrift5164]

That first one really came out nice. I’m sure after a season of more foliage filling in it will be amazing.

[@PrairieDancerRose]

The second tree that you removed the bark (jinned?) off of the back short branch; gave the whole tree a good measure of depth. Lovely. A well-known artist once told me, that, when you think you are almost done, leave it for an hour, or a day, then go back to it. seventy percent of the time, you find that your work is finished. And as you said, always step back once in a while as you work on a project, to get a better perspective, a feel, for your project. I have not not learned something each and every time I watch your videos. Thank=you, dear sir.

[@yobenezneb2]

Yes, yes, the bonsai lessons are quite nice... now make a video about how you train the birds to come and talk to you...

[@Wolf_S]

That robin is adorable, it must really trust you to get that close!

[@joshhhuagarcia1890]

Good morning Peter. In addition to doing something incredible with difficult material, it teaches us that all art implies innovation, that it is good to recognize a bad decision, that is absurd to spend time on what no longer has a solution or that sometimes you have to get away from a problem to find a solution. And all this working bonsai with a little bird flying between his arms. Marvelous.

[@maiadventuress]

That’s awesome 👏🏻

[@mattbrennan647]

I think Peter could plant a broom stick and grow it into a beautiful bonsai.

[@peterchan3100]

I have done that as well - with Willows

[@Teresa-ih4sn]

The robin and Peter! A great day indeed!!

[@kurtkampmeier]

The robin is the star of the show!

[@HenhousetheRed]

5:53 I love that the Robin just pops its head up.

[@xviolist]

I loved this video! Peter, we love you friend! Delightful!

[@mr.popoiscool]

More birds in your show please.. absolutely adorable!

[@denisegohl2373]

Thx 4 having this time with you. Now I understand what bonsai is meaning, it's religion, it is opsession, it is sen ... Only seeing the truth, the middle, the nature... It's now and here... freedom and peace and nature.

[@scottl9984]

That robin is the best! Knows Peter is cool.

[@margaretadams1675]

The robin is so tame, I love it 🤩

[@zanpotter3014]

I am so grateful knowing your style sir. Thanks a lot. These may apply to mine.

[@dhanwanteerampersad5363]

Thanks so much for creating masterpieces of bonsai. I really appreciate your words of wisdom as you teach. I Iook forward to the next video.

[@louisetwinberrow5508]

Another great video thank you once again x

[@arkangel369]

Peter, you may have to consider changing the name from Herons Bonsai to “Robins Bonsai” !

[@dasMoto]

T-Shirts are coming... ;-)

[@langski84]

Peter is the Snow White of Bonsai:)

[@johnk8016]

Outstanding. Hope to see the Robin in more videos

[@uniotter2662]

I like both traditional bonsai, and trees that look more "natural." So really appreciated you creating these lovely specimens, Peter! Thank you for adding so much interest and beauty to a sometimes bleak period!

[@CrummyVCR]

Lil bird bud its all up on this one! Heck yeah!

[@wirefrost5164]

2:17 and 18:07 The moment the Robin eats the worm.

[@FrediOlson]

Those trees turned out amazing! Thanks for sharing. Oh, love your robin, waiting for food!

[@TallowTheQuoll]

I've rewatched this video like half a dozen times now purely to watch the *Robin*

[@michelleclarkmitchell847]

Robin was very cute.. he does seem to want to learn, but gets dizzy on turntable.

[@creatorsimcreatorsim2711]

The little bird returned .... Greetings from Italy

[@nickfletcher4132]

Love the Robin.

[@ladystardust9707]

This little robin loves Peter 🥰.

[@2tedros]

I saw this record before ,but I never pay attention to that bird...lol how cool is that's !!

[@WhoCares69]

Everyone seems to think it’s the same Robin , in reality there is a whole family of them , they just look like each other 🤣🤣🤣🤣. They can become very tame . He’s always there to critique what Peter has done 😂

[@edgarcedeno7299]

Thank u for your awesome video cuz I learned a lot about your style bonsai watching here in Davao city Philippines

[@emmabb2076]

Robin's bonsai. ;)

[@ruizhiqiu2109]

Peter, how about putting the tree on a separate table instead of the bench, and you can then work on it while facing the camera? Thank you for all you do.

[@peterchan1720]

I sometimes do work on a separate table but difficult to work from the back as I cant see what I am doing.

[@bobmarshall680]

Thank you from Stratham, New Hampshire. U.S.A.

[@MAMLeers]

Finally some of my thoughts are expressed by a bonsaï authority. Here's the thing. Of course I see and have seen these incredible masterpieces of bonsaï, in books, on the internet or even in "real life", that are often of incredible value, like (tens of) thousands of dollars or euros or pounds or whatever. And of course I admire them and of course I do respect all the effort, time and craftmanship that goes with growing and creating such beautiful trees. I guess we all do. But every now and then I get this feeling like it's all "too good to be true". I mean: those trees look almost artificial in a sense that they in fact do not look like trees in "wild" nature anymore. In a way, it's simply all too perfect sometimes and so, in a way, those trees are missing the goal of it all, of what bonsaï really intends to do: creating trees in (very) small proportions, that look (almost) exactly like real (wild) trees. That's is, after all, the image we are looking for, isn't it? And so I asked myself: am I just jealous? Well, I am certainly not because I really wouldn't like to have one ore even several of those trees. Why not? Simple: I would be too scared to loose them because of illness, theft or other disasters! Bonsaï as a beautiful hobby wouldn't be the same, relaxing and enjoyable thing anymore but very stressfull. Even if I would get one of those for free: I would try and sell it as soon as possible and for the money I perhaps would buy a nice greenhouse and/or pots and starting material and so on. Perhaps a bit strange but what mr Chans said during this video, triggered me to express my thoughts...

[@peterchan3100]

I always look forward to your comments as they are always honest and frank. You understand the true spririt and purpose of bonsai -which is to give enjoyment. A simple cheap toy for a child means more than all the diamonds given to a rich lady. So it should be with bonsai. If you dont enjoy it then there is no point doing it.

[@MAMLeers]

@@peterchan3100 "Amen" to that. And thank you.

[@janwells2199]

Distracting? No way! The robins in my yard know worms are there, too. They watch me like a hawk when I dig. What a cutie.

[@heidikortman2534]

Your robin is wonderful. I'm hoping he'll sit in the top of the tree while you work on the rest, though he's more likely wondering whether there are worms in the root ball.

[@LessTalkMoreDelicious]

Cute bird! 😍✨

[@baffinisland6227]

Thank you Peter