Bonsai from 'No Hopers'

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  • Опубликовано: 25 июл 2024
  • In this video I take some raw material like cotoneaster, buxus, hinoki cypress, pine, cuttings and create shohin bonsai. I then move onto some slightly larger material.
    There is also a guest appearance from our friendly and delightfully tame Robin. A rare treat on video.
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  • @cameroncorley7927
    @cameroncorley7927 3 года назад +223

    “Just as in life, there’s no such thing as a person with no potential. Everyone has potential!” Peter Chan is a treasure to the bonsai community and to the world. Great video!

    • @agz1302
      @agz1302 3 года назад +11

      This is Bob Ross style of wisdom right there with the same air of calm. I enjoy Peter's videos mostly for the wisdom and the sense of peace with nature and the world. It has been recommended to me to tune in to his channel as a form of meditation and it really has done wonders for me. His videos are of course a goldmine of horticulture/bonsai advice but for someone like me who is unlikely to actually go on to grow bonsai it's the simple pleasure of watching him work and speak about life and nature that makes me go back to his channel any time I need an uplift 🥰 Peter Chan is indeed a national treasure!

    • @90MysteriumFascinans
      @90MysteriumFascinans 2 года назад +2

      @@agz1302 I was just about to say, “he’s the Bob Ross of bonsai!” But I guess I’m not the first to notice it!

  • @M31glow
    @M31glow 3 года назад +110

    "I'm not a Bonsai master," no you are a Grand Master! Great post

  • @ravensberger
    @ravensberger 4 месяца назад +2

    I'm afraid to say my very higlight is the cute little robin joining the show and snacking some fruit on the go. The rest is - as always - very informative and highly motivating, but the robin sets this video apart. ☺

  • @donfenton7473
    @donfenton7473 3 года назад +36

    You will never know how your videos have helped me. Not only to create a better bonsai but to feel better about myself and those around me. To me you are a bonsai genius and an individual who sees potential in everyone and everything. Thank you so much.

  • @bobbrockway453
    @bobbrockway453 3 года назад +177

    Separating two trees in one pot.
    Me: manipulate carefully with chop sticks for 30 minutes. Both trees die.
    Peter Chan: Grab with a double fist and rip apart. 2 beautiful bonsai.

    • @DieAlteistwiederda
      @DieAlteistwiederda 3 года назад +13

      Some people just have this extra green thumb and they can basically don't do anything that would kill a plant.

    • @mandowarrior123
      @mandowarrior123 3 года назад +8

      I think the point was they were a few years old thus he could handle them so.

    • @strings1586
      @strings1586 3 года назад +10

      @@DieAlteistwiederda I look at a plant funny and it wilts

    • @Simon-qg2qn
      @Simon-qg2qn 3 года назад +4

      You don't know if the trees survived ;)

    • @lajra9763
      @lajra9763 3 года назад +1

      Too funny. I too have noted how aggressive he is with his specimens. Me? Probably just like you. I have not even attempted bonsai yet, so we'll see.

  • @NetherwingEgg
    @NetherwingEgg 3 года назад +20

    Aww I used to have a little robin at work. He would jump at my pockets because he knew I had seeds in them. He would also bring his babies to me for some extra food :)

  • @matthewkizziahcuzia...gott9632
    @matthewkizziahcuzia...gott9632 3 года назад +177

    That little bird really likes your work. She's been in a couple of videos. Thanks for catching that footage and not cutting it out. Good job camera guy. Thank you.

    • @emmitstewart1921
      @emmitstewart1921 3 года назад +11

      Actually, she's been in quite a few videos. If you listen you can hear her singing in the background of most of the greenhouse videos.

    • @matthewkizziahcuzia...gott9632
      @matthewkizziahcuzia...gott9632 3 года назад +4

      @@emmitstewart1921 I keep getting the feeling that it's Peter's wife checking in on him some how. Just doesn't want to be seen or interrupt.

    • @bluesap7318
      @bluesap7318 3 года назад +1

      @@emmitstewart1921 I didn’t notice cause I don’t really pay attention.

    • @Teresa-ih4sn
      @Teresa-ih4sn 2 года назад

      One of the workers in a previous video called it "Bruce"! Lol

    • @Chercher4848
      @Chercher4848 Год назад

      Have you seen Peter toss him a worm? It’s very sweet!

  • @blackwheel4743
    @blackwheel4743 3 года назад +217

    He's the Bob Ross of plants

    • @MusicalMali
      @MusicalMali 3 года назад +15

      TOTALLY!! Yes!! Such "happy little trees"... :)

    • @psycloneranger2279
      @psycloneranger2279 3 года назад +3

      he certainly is great description lol

    • @chibi639
      @chibi639 3 года назад +2

      I was thinking the exact same thing! Bob Ross of Bonsai!

    • @mikeemmons1079
      @mikeemmons1079 3 года назад +3

      Tortured little trees, but if they swing that way...

    • @nosferatadentata965
      @nosferatadentata965 3 года назад +2

      nope, he is quite brutal...

  • @Majortom756
    @Majortom756 3 года назад +13

    I think my this is my favorite Peter Chan video to date. The robin stealing the fruit from the tree at the very end was icing on the cake.

  • @spinningmouse5705
    @spinningmouse5705 3 года назад +44

    Oh that bird was adorable, thank you for leaving that in!

  • @christianschmidt5744
    @christianschmidt5744 3 года назад +58

    Your videos open my eyes to potential and build my confidence. Sometimes when styling, I ask for your opinion and can hear your response in my mind... with your voice. Thanks Peter.

    • @carlbroussard8428
      @carlbroussard8428 3 года назад +13

      Your statement is so true! I hear the same voice - what should i do?? Peter’s voice in my head - Oh just chop it off. No bother. Look how beautiful now. :)

    • @sophiebell4758
      @sophiebell4758 Год назад +4

      ​@@carlbroussard8428 "Sometimes u Just have to bite the bullet" "Always Look From all Angles, U never know what u will find" "there are Always multiple solutions, Just find Them"
      so many treasurable advices From Peter chan!

  • @joec783
    @joec783 3 года назад +53

    Thank you soooooo much for being relaxed and making everyone feel they can do it too.😘😁

  • @FlipsterFlipinoy
    @FlipsterFlipinoy 3 года назад +61

    Don't have a bonsai, the algorithm brought me here. Stayed for the relaxing voice and great general information.

    • @yourjewishfriend135
      @yourjewishfriend135 3 года назад +7

      We were all once like you. Next thing you know you will be surrounded by bonsai!

    • @hidegreen8810
      @hidegreen8810 3 года назад +2

      True story ❤️🪴

  • @margaretsims4344
    @margaretsims4344 3 года назад +48

    This video is among my all time favourites. I really enjoyed watching you transform your ‘no hopers’ into lovely little bonsai. I will be going into my garden with fresh eyes now! I will be ordering some of your plastic training pots for my saplings. Loved the beautiful robin watching you work!
    Thank you Peter.

  • @melhekhinhel
    @melhekhinhel 3 года назад +10

    I really appreciate you making videos that make the art of bonsai accessible to people who can't afford to spend hundreds of dollars on a single tree or those who don't have their own property to have big bonsai trees outdoors. You're incredibly talented and knowledgable. Thank you for all that you do!

  • @ellietobe
    @ellietobe 2 года назад +2

    The bird ate a berry off the tree!! So sweet. I love birds and trees.

  • @user-cs1wi6yu5g
    @user-cs1wi6yu5g Месяц назад +1

    Love what you are doing to make these lil nothings into bonsais, I’m impressed with you Peter Chan😁

  • @kristybuckingham1849
    @kristybuckingham1849 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you, for your encouragement, and your freedom, to just go with the flow, attitude. Love your videos

  • @Angeleoclan
    @Angeleoclan 3 года назад +13

    Love that little robin bonus. Always amazing to see Peter in action! Loved it!

  • @joshhhuagarcia1890
    @joshhhuagarcia1890 3 года назад +12

    Hello Peter, you are not a bonsai master, you are the bonsai master. He knows how to get the best out of trees and from what I see through his videos I imagine that he also knows how to get the best out of people. How many talents the world would have gained if we devoted ourselves more to supporting people and not criticizing them!

    • @danutashayler34
      @danutashayler34 3 года назад +3

      I could not have said it better Josh

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 3 года назад +1

      Thank you my friend.

    • @peterchan3100
      @peterchan3100 3 года назад +3

      I find that by doing bonsai - it has helped me to appreciate people more - no matter who or what they are. People are like trees. Everyone different but all have potential.

    • @joshhhuagarcia1890
      @joshhhuagarcia1890 3 года назад +2

      @@peterchan3100 How right you are, my friend, a word of encouragement is so powerful that it changes the life of the person who receives it. Fortunately, we are not all twisted junipers with perfect branches full of dead wood. Sadly, many people are going in the opposite direction.

  • @carlosdesousagiraldez9452
    @carlosdesousagiraldez9452 3 года назад +21

    Thanks Peter for giving us one more master lesson on how simple things have their beauty.
    Even the "simple" robin joined.
    I did love this video.
    One last word for the good job done by the man with the camera.

  • @CR-di1lg
    @CR-di1lg 3 года назад +1

    Just learned the robin just displays normal behavior. It does this with the wild bore in nature when they turn the soil looking for food just like Peter rough up the soil. He is the wild bore of bonsai to the robin.

  • @barrykerr7995
    @barrykerr7995 3 года назад +3

    I found your videos by good fortune, you my friend are an artist, a druid, and your work is a pleasure to behold. Thank you

  • @victoriatube159
    @victoriatube159 3 года назад +8

    I went from orchids to succulent and now I'm looking at bonsai 😆 I'm going to need more windows if I keep this indoor plants thing up.(I know only some bonsai can grow indoors but I don't have space for outside plants)

  • @themichaellerner
    @themichaellerner 3 года назад +6

    Thank you so much for showing us how to work with difficult, intermediate-sized material. Most of us amateurs love to work with larger than tiny material but cannot afford the really large trees. So we usually have to work with older, poorly shaped stock. Love the 2-way split!

  • @gemeralderin
    @gemeralderin 3 года назад +19

    You make beautiful things from such sad plants. You are a great artist!

  • @justinereid6374
    @justinereid6374 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much! I’m a total newbie and I’ve watched lots of videos and to be honest most knocked my confidence but yours has made me really want to give it a go!! X

  • @lilladick4334
    @lilladick4334 3 года назад +11

    Beautiful work the Robin adds more interest

  • @DarcoChaos
    @DarcoChaos 3 года назад +2

    It is so relaxing to see a master perform his craft.

  • @jamaxk1373
    @jamaxk1373 2 месяца назад

    "You wouldn't want it" no that far left one with the tangled roots looks amazing to me!

  • @annebeck2208
    @annebeck2208 3 года назад +1

    You make all the ugly trees beautiful!!! Trash trees turned into treasures!!! Thanks so much!

  • @AvailableNameForMe
    @AvailableNameForMe 3 года назад +2

    about your "mission in life"... i'm very grateful for your videos. i've been watching them for days, they're really calming after a stressful day. even got myself a little tree from the forest around the corner to work with. much love from germany!

  • @keithrandell3740
    @keithrandell3740 2 года назад +1

    Having just retired and trying to fill my time you are giving me the inspiration to take up Bonsai on the cheap, just following your channel I can look at plants at garden center's in such a different way, I am hoping to visit your nursery very soon.

  • @prajaktajoshi6280
    @prajaktajoshi6280 3 года назад +3

    That European Robin is so cute

  • @jenskarlsson4744
    @jenskarlsson4744 Год назад

    the best when it comes to explain bonsai !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!👍👍👍👍

  • @Daphnedidit
    @Daphnedidit 2 года назад

    Your voice is very relaxing. Your optimism is contagious.

  • @jollysn9393
    @jollysn9393 7 месяцев назад

    Different trees, Different size, Different age, Different styles. very informative for a beginner. Lovely Robin, least but last, over head electric cable🙏

  • @Dovietail
    @Dovietail 2 года назад

    That wee bird is so precious.

  • @shmickyshmoe
    @shmickyshmoe 3 года назад +4

    This was fantastic!!! And the little visitor was very welcome! Thank you for a most enjoyable program!!

  • @DW-kr6iw
    @DW-kr6iw 3 года назад +6

    While I love watching and learning from you, the robin was the star. :)

  • @PatriciaAnnGriggs
    @PatriciaAnnGriggs 2 года назад +1

    That was such an enjoyable video. I learned so much. Thank you. 🌱🌱🌱🌲🌲🌿🌿🌿💚💚💚💚💚

  • @NerdyShawn
    @NerdyShawn 3 года назад +17

    49:53 cheeky Robin in the nursery getting some fruit, so awesome.

  • @f1remandg
    @f1remandg 3 года назад +2

    Absolutely fantastic, I started being interested in Bonsai in the 80s and didn’t continue with it, I’m 70 now and you have brought a tear to my eye, the regrets but also the joy that people will have whilst being connected to nature and also I will do some again and pass them on to my children, as I know one is interested in, as he borrowed my Dan Barton book.
    Thank you! DG New Forest U.K.

  • @BlueSkyBonsai
    @BlueSkyBonsai 3 года назад +17

    Great work! Lovely little trees! I did a similar video with wild olive cuttings; like you said, it's possible to make a bonsai out of anything that grows. 🌱🌿🌳

  • @carinanderson8239
    @carinanderson8239 3 года назад +4

    Wow! I am always inspired by your work. I had no idea you could split the trunk two ways.😳 Thank you for sharing your knowledge. My little trees and I appreciate it.😊 Also, love the cheeky Robin!😁

  • @carlmcclain6934
    @carlmcclain6934 Год назад +1

    I love love LOVE this video! Firstly sir, you are an amazing teacher! I recently began my second...and hopefully more successful venture into the art of bonsai, and your videos have taught me more in a few weeks than I’ve ever learned from reading or any other means of educating myself. Most of my past dead trees resulted from my over zealous desire to repot anything I could get my hands on! You have taught me to be patient and repot/wire at the appropriate time. Thank you for your knowledge and for the way that you make your point understandable to us beginners. And I must comment on the bird. The mere fact that that sweet tiny bird was comfortable and fearless around you, is a testament to your calm demeanor and zen-like ability to become one with nature. I could watch this all day long.

  • @CR-di1lg
    @CR-di1lg 3 года назад +8

    Cool to see trash turned to art but did the Robin steal the show 😁

  • @xyzllii
    @xyzllii 3 года назад +9

    No stopping Mr Peter Chan...Not even a pandemic. Wonderful.

  • @farmert9679
    @farmert9679 3 года назад +3

    You are a man of many talents.

  • @lilliannalansing1088
    @lilliannalansing1088 3 года назад +5

    When he was talking about splitting the trunk I freaked out thought he was going to cut it in half but it was pretty delicate tbh

  • @tingczhao
    @tingczhao 3 года назад +1

    Just love how you are able to transform a nothing plant to a beautiful creation. I am now retired. Bonsai surely will be part of my garden hobby. Thank you for the video! Be well!

  • @empret7704
    @empret7704 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for showing trees without wiring ... they are beautiful

  • @PlantCraftDIY
    @PlantCraftDIY 3 года назад +11

    I love the way you make a bonsai, Peter ❤️❤️❤️
    stay healthy, thank you for sharing this knowledge👍

  • @noumine
    @noumine 2 года назад

    Thank you for such encouraging words. I bought a few raw material from a garden center and I am super excited to start my bonsai adventures.

  • @Tradewindsvintagehi
    @Tradewindsvintagehi 3 года назад +2

    Such a wonderful video - full of information and inspiration. Your affection for the plants shows. And your voice is very soothing. Thank you for your teachings!

  • @ajhproductions2347
    @ajhproductions2347 3 года назад +3

    This guys garden is absolutely ineffable. I watch ten mins of one of his videos and subscribed so fast, I learned so much. Thank you!!!

  • @joec783
    @joec783 3 года назад +7

    What an enjoyable experience. Thank-you.

  • @terimurphy9400
    @terimurphy9400 Год назад

    Absolutely wonderful! I enjoyed this immensely. With a little love and TLC anything can be beautiful. ❤️

  • @raqueljovellanos8411
    @raqueljovellanos8411 2 года назад

    Learned from your videos...
    I love also the birds coming near you while your working...

  • @seabass9875
    @seabass9875 3 года назад +2

    You Sir are a true Master! Thank you, many lessons learned.

  • @PeterGonzalezAyres1932
    @PeterGonzalezAyres1932 2 года назад

    I am from Australia and I am enjoying all your videos with so much instructions for a beginner like me! Fantastic!

  • @pinus_nigra
    @pinus_nigra 3 года назад +4

    What a beautiful ending!

  • @gracepeterson7483
    @gracepeterson7483 3 года назад +2

    That robin is adorable! Thank you for the informative lessons, Peter.

  • @Konamtbdjc1k
    @Konamtbdjc1k 3 года назад +6

    The bird is really cool
    And very smart.

  • @eucitizen78
    @eucitizen78 2 года назад

    One cut and wo got an interesting tree, yes, this is why you are a real master 👍

  • @timchavez13
    @timchavez13 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the fun video. I'm going to wire a bonsai this week.

  • @danutashayler34
    @danutashayler34 3 года назад +2

    During these month of the pandemic; thanks for a few quiet chuckles, re: stories on diving for nursery throwaways. Yes Peter you have more than served us well. And I am more than encouraged by the poker straight black pine "almost obscene" an ugly duckling to a beautiful swan! Keep teaching and reminding us secret Bonsai tips along with life lessons. It doesn't hurt. The entire 50 minutes without your power lenses. Keep the magic coming. Thank you.
    And is no solution to a face mask with glasses. I tried it all. Love from Canada's chilly December West Coast.

  • @anabaltazar6484
    @anabaltazar6484 3 года назад +1

    Beautifull lection of life! Everyone has potencial! Thanks

  • @cubfanmike
    @cubfanmike 3 года назад +1

    Scruffy little trees - none of them can hope to mast a sailing ship but they demonstrate, to men, a life of elegance.

  • @vigneshgandham3782
    @vigneshgandham3782 3 года назад +13

    Could you please show some more forest groups? Your videos are one of the best Bonsai 'tutorials' on RUclips.

    • @margaretsims4344
      @margaretsims4344 3 года назад +3

      I always like to see how the forest groups are getting along.

  • @user-zo5kk5wy6i
    @user-zo5kk5wy6i 6 месяцев назад

    Fascinating. This was one of my favorite lessons. Thank you!

  • @anotheryoutbechannel
    @anotheryoutbechannel 3 года назад +2

    This man is so Wholesome. I love this man

  • @sharonjack7239
    @sharonjack7239 3 года назад +1

    YOU are a visionary plant artist!!

  • @filomenaalviar9311
    @filomenaalviar9311 Год назад

    You’re so inspiring Sir! The robin loves you!

  • @MyrtleBeachWebAngel
    @MyrtleBeachWebAngel 3 года назад +5

    I enjoy your videos so much. We have large oak trees in the neighborhood and I've sprouted about 15 acorns so far. In a couple years, who knows? I may have more little trees than I know what to do with.
    : ) Mitty

  • @phillowery2360
    @phillowery2360 3 года назад +1

    I am amazed at your designs with bonsai. I love your long videos and don’t get bored watching. I learn so much by watching your videos. Continue sharing your knowledge with us beginners who love the art of bonsai.

  • @faithrodrigo6396
    @faithrodrigo6396 3 года назад +1

    Thank you ! I was enlightened by your video

  • @sharonjack7239
    @sharonjack7239 3 года назад +2

    I LOVE watching you work with your plants!! THANK YOU very much for sharing your knowledge. Happy New Year!! WA state, USA

  • @mame6508
    @mame6508 3 года назад +2

    Sweet Robin. Nice work Sir

  • @BenMonteSS
    @BenMonteSS 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for yet ANOTHER great video, Peter.
    You and your work is truly appreciated.
    Ben

  • @grangrampa832
    @grangrampa832 Год назад

    Wow I can’t believe how talented you are those gorgeous trees 🥰🥰

  • @agnesmarkus4998
    @agnesmarkus4998 6 месяцев назад

    what a pretty little bird🥰😍

  • @patricklebrun1064
    @patricklebrun1064 3 года назад +1

    Merci pour tout ce que vous partager, je dévore pendant des heures vos videos et vos paroles. Je n osais pas commencer cet art fascinant, il me semblait impossible à aborder pour un amateur sans base technique ; grace à vous j ai compris qu'il n y a pas de cas sans espoir .Je me lance modestement et déjà reprendre le temps d observer chaque arbre que je croise est un plaisir . J apprécie particulièrement votre approche , ne changez rien !

  • @tinybarabo
    @tinybarabo 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for making these beautiful videos! I love everything about them 💚

  • @pameladialogo6678
    @pameladialogo6678 3 года назад +2

    Thank you Mr.Chan for those all beautiful bonsai you make.. its so amazing and stunning.. i always enjoying watching your videos its relaxing for me and i love it👍❤🇵🇭

  • @user-cs1wi6yu5g
    @user-cs1wi6yu5g Месяц назад

    Love what you doing with these. Lil trees, They Weill be nice bonsais in the future,

  • @shk2564
    @shk2564 Год назад

    In nature it is quite common to see trees that have had vines rapped around them and caused the trunks to have that effect of spiraling so I really like the way leaving the wire in looks! People around me often seek these trees out and they cut them and take the bark off and carve them to make walking sticks. 😊

  • @lornafuller3154
    @lornafuller3154 Год назад

    I love watching your videos,you certainly have inspired me to get into Bonsai. Thank you

  • @chaiwatpotichanid
    @chaiwatpotichanid Год назад

    Yes so cute trees very much smollett but they like and life because lovely flowers have been to eyesight for life because baddest of older just before beautiful tree🥰🥰

  • @TheSnakeman3
    @TheSnakeman3 Год назад

    The robin was pretty cool.

  • @maan9176
    @maan9176 Год назад

    15:04 I really like that shape, we must get to se the progression of that tree over time! 😎👌

  • @holgermuller2262
    @holgermuller2262 3 года назад +2

    i also love this little bird.. it´s so cute..

  • @troythevis4456
    @troythevis4456 3 года назад +2

    Great job on all the trees. Enjoyed watching you work on them and your feedback and really enjoyed the after when you went back to all of them and there finished look.

  • @ccme1111
    @ccme1111 3 года назад +1

    Great video! Thank you again.

  • @paulagoller7893
    @paulagoller7893 3 года назад

    Like seeing your beautiful trees and learning how to make Bonsai from the small ones. Was also very impressed to learn that you ballroom dance and jive swing. I also love to dance and do line and country dancing as well. Would love to rumba with you sometime. 🙋‍♀️💃🏼

  • @platedlizard
    @platedlizard 8 месяцев назад

    That gnarled trunk from the wire reminds me of a walking stick my dad made from a maple tree. The tree had been strangled by a vine and the trunk was heavily twisted and gnarled like that. It’s his “wizards staff” we call it. All he had to do was peel the bark off and sand the ends round and rub it with beeswax. So that appearance is something that exists in nature

  • @Goldfisch2
    @Goldfisch2 3 года назад +6

    So fascinating! Sometimes it's hard for me to imagine how the smaller trees will look like aged. Do they simply thicken and scale while keeping the shape or do you create the lower half and it'll add height on top? A kind of age-comparison video would be super interesting how tress might look like after 5, 10 or 50 Years 🌱 ❤️

  • @bonsaigusto1547
    @bonsaigusto1547 3 года назад +2

    Keep up the great work peter 👏🏼 bless you

  • @MidniteSan
    @MidniteSan 3 года назад +1

    Turned out to be bonsai pot worthy indeed😘.. beautiful. Thx for sharing Peter.. cheers.

  • @eltorrisimo
    @eltorrisimo 3 года назад

    This is a lot of fun, this video/subject. Thanks!