Fantastic tree, and enjoyable video. I love my Oak bonsai, it’s a slow but rewarding road I have found. The outcome in developing thick powerful trees using this species I feel is time well spent. Nothing says old and powerful like an Oak.👍🏼🌿🍃🌳
Really great job! The production of this video was great and really engaging, the tree is awesome with craggy bark and interesting surface roots and branches. Subscribed for sure 👏🏼💚
Nice one. I collected some acorns three years ago from an oak tree in South Devon. Measurements I took with the local park ranger suggest that the parent oak might be just under 100 years in age. I have a photograph taken in June 1944 (at the exact location of the tree) of a US military unit just before they embarked from local ports to Normandy as part of Op Overlord. A poignant piece of history which adds to the start of what will be a very long bonsai story. It's unlikely at my age that I will see it to fruition but that's just the way it is and in no way diminishes my enjoyment of beginning the project.
Thank you for sharing such a meaningful story! That connection to history, especially with the photograph from 1944, really adds a special layer to your bonsai journey. There’s something truly profound about growing a tree from an acorn with such a rich past, knowing it has roots (literally and figuratively) in a place of historical significance. And you’re absolutely right-bonsai is a long-term project, and in a way, none of us ever truly see a “finished” bonsai. These trees are always evolving, adapting, and changing, just like the landscapes they’re inspired by. Each season brings something new, and that ongoing transformation is part of what makes bonsai so rewarding. It's amazing to think that your oak bonsai will carry your care and vision forward, growing and changing through time. Enjoy the process-it’s a beautiful legacy to begin! 🌳
Thank you so much. We are so pleased you enjoyed the video. Commenting really helps us too, so we know for future videos what people would like videos about. All the best.
Excellent video, first I’ve seen from BonsaiDirect, new subscriber 👍🏾🇬🇧. I purchased 10 bare root oaks last year (9 survivors) - bit concerned about the mouldy nature of the autumn leaves, any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks so much for your kind comments. We are so pleased that you have enjoyed the video. Oak trees are prone to powdery mildew towards the end of damp summers. There are specific fungicides which prevent and treat powdery mildew so we would recommend using one of those regularly throughout the spring, summer and autumn. We also use this excellent plant invigorator. It is not bonsai specific but it is really good product and helps to foliar feed the leaves too 👍. It also helps to prevent powdery mildew. www.bonsaidirect.co.uk/product/organic-bonsai-pesticide-plant-invigorator-500ml-suitable-for-all-bonsai/. I hope this helps.
What a monumental tree. I have a collected English Oak that is much smaller than this but has some really aged bark on it. I think that must have been regularly chewed back by deer etc over the years. It was less than 5 feet high when I dug it up. I will be aiming to take it along the same lines as yours.
Thank you! It sounds like your collected English Oak has a lot of character already, especially with that aged bark. Oak trees that have experienced wildlife interactions like deer browsing tend to develop incredible textures and shapes, which bring so much personality to a bonsai. Starting with a tree that’s had such a natural, rugged upbringing is a fantastic foundation! Taking it in a similar direction is a wonderful idea. Oaks are perfect for capturing that powerful, ancient feel even on a smaller scale. Enjoy the journey with it-each twist and turn in the trunk will add even more to its story as it grows. Looking forward to seeing how it evolves! 🌳
Great question! Yes, the trunk has thickened naturally in this pot, mainly because it has ample space for the roots to spread and develop. When a tree has room for its roots, it can focus energy on both trunk and branch growth, which really helps build up that impressive thickness over time. If you're looking to speed up trunk thickening, you might consider starting with a larger pot to give the roots even more room to grow. Once you achieve the trunk thickness you’re after, you can gradually move it to smaller pots over the next few years to refine the shape and size while maintaining that sturdy base. It’s a slower process, but it gives great results!
Fantastic tree, and enjoyable video. I love my Oak bonsai, it’s a slow but rewarding road I have found. The outcome in developing thick powerful trees using this species I feel is time well spent. Nothing says old and powerful like an Oak.👍🏼🌿🍃🌳
Thank you for your lovely feedback! The Oak is certainly a favourite of Lloyd's. We definitely agree with you, they are such a special species!🌳
Best oak bonsai iv seen
Thank you very much!😁
That mighty oak is impressive and very easy on the eyes. ❤
Thank you for your lovely comment, it is quite special!😀
Really great job! The production of this video was great and really engaging, the tree is awesome with craggy bark and interesting surface roots and branches. Subscribed for sure 👏🏼💚
Thank you do much @BonsaiCornwall. We really appreciate your comments 💚
Nice one. I collected some acorns three years ago from an oak tree in South Devon. Measurements I took with the local park ranger suggest that the parent oak might be just under 100 years in age. I have a photograph taken in June 1944 (at the exact location of the tree) of a US military unit just before they embarked from local ports to Normandy as part of Op Overlord. A poignant piece of history which adds to the start of what will be a very long bonsai story. It's unlikely at my age that I will see it to fruition but that's just the way it is and in no way diminishes my enjoyment of beginning the project.
Thank you for sharing such a meaningful story! That connection to history, especially with the photograph from 1944, really adds a special layer to your bonsai journey. There’s something truly profound about growing a tree from an acorn with such a rich past, knowing it has roots (literally and figuratively) in a place of historical significance.
And you’re absolutely right-bonsai is a long-term project, and in a way, none of us ever truly see a “finished” bonsai. These trees are always evolving, adapting, and changing, just like the landscapes they’re inspired by. Each season brings something new, and that ongoing transformation is part of what makes bonsai so rewarding. It's amazing to think that your oak bonsai will carry your care and vision forward, growing and changing through time. Enjoy the process-it’s a beautiful legacy to begin! 🌳
I love the naturalistic look of this oak. Loads of options going forward. Well done so far.
Thank you Fred, we really appreciate your comment😀
i love it
Thank you so much for your kind comment. We are so pleased that you like it and the comments really help us to know which videos to make.
Wow, such a cool tree! Best oak I’ve seen
Thanks so much for your kind comments - very much appreciated 😁
Just subscribed. Nice video . Really enjoyed it.
Thank you so much. We are so pleased you enjoyed the video. Commenting really helps us too, so we know for future videos what people would like videos about. All the best.
Great tree. When making a video about a bonsai 's journey it would be nice to include some photos showing its progression over the time you've had it.
We totally agree. We need to look back and see what we have available. Thank you for your comments
Espectaculares árboles, gracias por compartir 👍
Hi Juan, thank you for your lovely comment!😃
거칠고 트박하고 부드럽고 화려하고 모든 것을 갖추었습니다.굳.
Thank you very much😀
Amazing specimen thanks for sharing
Thank you for your lovely comment.
Very Nice tree 👍🌳
I would consider taking the crown off ? 🤔
Thank you Stuart😀 Lloyd definitely isn't finished with this one yet!
Excellent video, first I’ve seen from BonsaiDirect, new subscriber 👍🏾🇬🇧. I purchased 10 bare root oaks last year (9 survivors) - bit concerned about the mouldy nature of the autumn leaves, any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks so much for your kind comments. We are so pleased that you have enjoyed the video. Oak trees are prone to powdery mildew towards the end of damp summers. There are specific fungicides which prevent and treat powdery mildew so we would recommend using one of those regularly throughout the spring, summer and autumn. We also use this excellent plant invigorator. It is not bonsai specific but it is really good product and helps to foliar feed the leaves too 👍. It also helps to prevent powdery mildew. www.bonsaidirect.co.uk/product/organic-bonsai-pesticide-plant-invigorator-500ml-suitable-for-all-bonsai/. I hope this helps.
What a monumental tree. I have a collected English Oak that is much smaller than this but has some really aged bark on it. I think that must have been regularly chewed back by deer etc over the years. It was less than 5 feet high when I dug it up. I will be aiming to take it along the same lines as yours.
Thank you! It sounds like your collected English Oak has a lot of character already, especially with that aged bark. Oak trees that have experienced wildlife interactions like deer browsing tend to develop incredible textures and shapes, which bring so much personality to a bonsai. Starting with a tree that’s had such a natural, rugged upbringing is a fantastic foundation!
Taking it in a similar direction is a wonderful idea. Oaks are perfect for capturing that powerful, ancient feel even on a smaller scale. Enjoy the journey with it-each twist and turn in the trunk will add even more to its story as it grows. Looking forward to seeing how it evolves! 🌳
When in your experience is the best time of year to collect english Oak when draling with the sort of size yours was?
January or February, when the tree is dormant and before the buds start to swell😀
Did the truck thicken naturally in this pot after you got it ?
Great question! Yes, the trunk has thickened naturally in this pot, mainly because it has ample space for the roots to spread and develop. When a tree has room for its roots, it can focus energy on both trunk and branch growth, which really helps build up that impressive thickness over time.
If you're looking to speed up trunk thickening, you might consider starting with a larger pot to give the roots even more room to grow. Once you achieve the trunk thickness you’re after, you can gradually move it to smaller pots over the next few years to refine the shape and size while maintaining that sturdy base. It’s a slower process, but it gives great results!