Restoring a Neglected Chinese Juniper Bonsai

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  • Опубликовано: 25 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 10 тыс.

  • @BonsaiReleaf
    @BonsaiReleaf  Год назад +43

    Thank you for all the kind comments. If you’d like to support the channel and enable me to keep creating videos like this, please consider joining my Patreon - www.patreon.com/bonsaireleaf. I’ll be sharing some of what goes into creating these videos, bonsai tips and tricks, and lots more!

    • @dennisjensen350
      @dennisjensen350 11 месяцев назад

      ´What kind of sort is this bonsai tree?

    • @daniosito50
      @daniosito50 10 месяцев назад +1

      and the tree is death now ..or

    • @darjusbliznik5416
      @darjusbliznik5416 7 месяцев назад

      Hi. Very nice job. ❤
      What kind of wire you use?
      I would like to try this as well.😊

  • @bradyhill2136
    @bradyhill2136 3 года назад +2902

    Honestly glad this got picked up by the algorithm. If I’ve ever seen a deserving video it has to be this one. It was perfect.

    • @JaydenLawson
      @JaydenLawson 3 года назад +14

      And to think its his first video 😮

    • @mrhawkes-_-
      @mrhawkes-_- 3 года назад +6

      @@JaydenLawson he probably has a second channel because if it’s this high quality he must of had experienced making videos

    • @elgayetas
      @elgayetas 3 года назад

      No one cares about the algorithm, kill this meme

    • @NoSaysJo
      @NoSaysJo 3 года назад +4

      @@elgayetas shhh

    • @yoBradyO11
      @yoBradyO11 3 года назад +1

      Same!

  • @seke9885
    @seke9885 3 года назад +906

    the way his kid reached out her hand for him to grab it was a priceless moment. Very wholesome.

    • @TheScamr
      @TheScamr 3 года назад +25

      It is heartwarming. Being a parent is like many things in life... You don't have to be try to be great, you just have to avoid being bad and that can make you great, if that makes sense.

    • @sweetrain9482
      @sweetrain9482 3 года назад +6

      True. Made me want to be a parent for a short period of time.

    • @ml9707
      @ml9707 3 года назад

      @@sweetrain9482 haha same!

    • @michaeltebo7735
      @michaeltebo7735 3 года назад +7

      I sensed a collective “awww” ☺️

    • @deeluxrider9702
      @deeluxrider9702 3 года назад +3

      I miss my grandson reaching for my hand to hold...he's 17 now.

  • @monkeytoes1155
    @monkeytoes1155 3 года назад +4657

    This tree has received more love and care than I did as a child

    • @cvspvr
      @cvspvr 3 года назад +103

      you must've been a bad child, and that must've been why you were sent to prison, prison mike

    • @giorgospapi5979
      @giorgospapi5979 3 года назад +11

      😂😂😂😂

    • @alchemyyy2192
      @alchemyyy2192 3 года назад +36

      theres still time believe and trust Jesus died on the cross for your sins and took the punishment and who ever believes will be saved Jesus loves you

    • @cvspvr
      @cvspvr 3 года назад +34

      @@alchemyyy2192 hail satan!

    • @ytnsm
      @ytnsm 3 года назад +33

      Love or torture?

  • @HughsAlfa33
    @HughsAlfa33 Год назад +685

    A small part of me will always appreciate the natural look of a neglected Bonsai. Well done though because that is a massive improvement

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  Год назад +91

      I'm planning to do a follow up and to maintain a slightly more wild look this time

    • @DaGoon_
      @DaGoon_ Год назад +22

      I think that the balance between a natural look and a manicured look is very interesting. An old neglected bonsai often looks fine enough but emphasizing the elements that bonsai does can reveal a marvel of both human and natural creation that I find very unique.

    • @俺に幸あれ
      @俺に幸あれ Год назад +1

      盆栽

    • @jiedong3196
      @jiedong3196 6 месяцев назад +1

      Nah

  • @ElGuzii
    @ElGuzii 3 года назад +9140

    Man, I thought the tree at the beginning look good. Didn’t see that coming 👌

    • @jacubotheguy1642
      @jacubotheguy1642 3 года назад +45

      Same lol

    • @Fristus
      @Fristus 3 года назад +68

      mr miyagi would be proud

    • @Laulki
      @Laulki 3 года назад +9

      Te amoo guziiii ♥️♥️

    • @lauragremaud5790
      @lauragremaud5790 3 года назад +5

      Saaaame!! Wild transformation!

    • @ns2hplayerns2h
      @ns2hplayerns2h 3 года назад +99

      I prefer the before tree to the after, personally. But to each their own. Nice looking either way.

  • @IssaTejeda
    @IssaTejeda 3 года назад +3156

    The fact that this content creator has only made one video and this is it is incredibly impressive

    • @carlosjuarez1679
      @carlosjuarez1679 3 года назад +25

      Lmao thats what I was just noticing

    • @gpcheng87
      @gpcheng87 3 года назад +94

      He's hinted the next update might be in two years when the branches set. 😅🌳

    • @goonstock
      @goonstock 3 года назад +11

      The channel has been up since 2013.

    • @simplyeason
      @simplyeason 3 года назад +8

      wish he created more

    • @christravis2740
      @christravis2740 3 года назад +5

      Everybody needed to see this

  • @MusicbyKabe
    @MusicbyKabe 3 года назад +132

    "Can you hold my hand?"
    Adorable that was the sweetest thing I've heard in a while 🥺

  • @donaldjones8920
    @donaldjones8920 2 года назад +997

    My favorite part of this video is the time spent with his daughter collecting moss. She is adorable.

    • @baverfjant
      @baverfjant 2 года назад +42

      It's actually his nephew. He's the apprentice in the making :)

    • @assordante2205
      @assordante2205 Год назад +6

      With a name like Donald Jones, I imagine you're already on a list and shouldn't be watching videos with little kids in them. Big, old man with all white hair who coached little league until one of the boys told his parents about some awkward pictures you were taking, is what I am picturing.

    • @jusiyt693
      @jusiyt693 Год назад +67

      @@assordante2205 kinda sus to get on such thoughts from that comment 🤮

    • @Conda17
      @Conda17 Год назад

      @@assordante2205 - i guess you thought you were being funny or hoping to get a big reaction but it seems you’ve failed at both. All you did was call someone a pedophile for no reason, nice.

    • @XENOOO
      @XENOOO Год назад

      @@assordante2205 You're a weirdo bro

  • @aldeanmondares2031
    @aldeanmondares2031 3 года назад +918

    Every now and then, I gotta thank RUclips algorithm for recommending me a video. This is one of those times. So calming and educational.

    • @NinjaKid1985
      @NinjaKid1985 3 года назад +3

      Exactly! Same here.

    • @sextwister
      @sextwister 3 года назад +2

      you make your own algorithm bro.

    • @AlexTad93
      @AlexTad93 3 года назад +1

      Yeah, just disable history on youtube

    • @hubristicmystic
      @hubristicmystic 3 года назад

      This is my new favourite YT video ever, replacing the sea dragon rocket launch.

    • @thegrimreader7981
      @thegrimreader7981 3 года назад

      Yeah

  • @lexiknope
    @lexiknope 3 года назад +251

    “Will you hold my hand” 😭😭 so precious what a sweet moment 🥰

    • @yipperdeyip
      @yipperdeyip 3 года назад +9

      Instantly makes me want to be a parent lol :')

    • @lexiknope
      @lexiknope 3 года назад +3

      @@yipperdeyip wouldn’t go that far but still cute lmao

  • @ElZeeR
    @ElZeeR 3 года назад +4046

    I couldn't remove my eyes from watching this satisfying video. Great work combined with artistic vision. Amazing. 👏🏼

    • @Splyphyy
      @Splyphyy 3 года назад +3

      @lhavenothingtosay Smart, nice 😂🤣

    • @viniciussouza6316
      @viniciussouza6316 3 года назад +1

      Fodase 👍

    • @Splyphyy
      @Splyphyy 3 года назад +1

      @@viniciussouza6316 Somebody is angry aren’t they 🥺

    • @entiow1416
      @entiow1416 3 года назад +1

      Lol somehow this guy found out how to make his name flare without showing the author badge

    • @Duivenzijnfascisten
      @Duivenzijnfascisten 3 года назад +1

      Exactly

  • @Kwood10
    @Kwood10 2 года назад +476

    One of the best bonsai videos I have ever seen . This guy could go into the film business . The editing , music , all brilliant.

    • @HalfdeadRider
      @HalfdeadRider Год назад +1

      @@Crawdoodle Give it time, it wasn't complete, needs time to set and grow.

    • @HalfdeadRider
      @HalfdeadRider Год назад +1

      @@Crawdoodle It already looked great before he done anything if you ask me.

    • @jenellis6940
      @jenellis6940 Год назад

      @@Crawdoodle BULLSHIT

    • @HillalAnggoro-pc9oo
      @HillalAnggoro-pc9oo Год назад

      yeh..orang kreatife yang sangat mengagumkan cara pengerjaannya detil dan akurat.
      i'am from indonesian country.😃

    • @NazriB
      @NazriB Год назад

      Lies again? Burning Sun Art Of Seduction

  • @MrSunshine251
    @MrSunshine251 3 года назад +1551

    "Can you hold my hand?"
    If that wasn't the cutest, I don't know what was.

    • @barka2818
      @barka2818 3 года назад +42

      Yeah I had to punch a wall to feel manly again

    • @MrSunshine251
      @MrSunshine251 3 года назад +9

      @@barka2818 Sorry to hear you felt less manly witnessing a tender moment on RUclips. Poor wall though, oof. 😂

    • @realcupojoe
      @realcupojoe 3 года назад +29

      @@MrSunshine251 I- I think it was a joke

    • @alicia-hd2cs
      @alicia-hd2cs 3 года назад +15

      @@realcupojoe i think they knew that,but wanted to joke about fragile masculinity.

    • @babablacksheepbabablackshe3084
      @babablacksheepbabablackshe3084 3 года назад

      i thought your username was ryan gosling ...

  • @salmonfish1145
    @salmonfish1145 3 года назад +5221

    "Weak crotch growth"
    Dude, you didn't have to roast that tree so much..

    • @rock3tcatU233
      @rock3tcatU233 3 года назад +198

      That's what my wife's boyfriend told me.

    • @e_o7736
      @e_o7736 3 года назад +18

      @@rock3tcatU233 wifes boyfriend?
      like boy friend boy friend or as in a friend thats a guy

    • @radeonpulsar7872
      @radeonpulsar7872 3 года назад +108

      @@e_o7736 His wife's boyfriend. His wife has a boyfriend.

    • @Mahavegan
      @Mahavegan 3 года назад +2

      xD

    • @punxOiOi13
      @punxOiOi13 3 года назад +7

      @@rock3tcatU233 I don’t understand. I feel like that was supposed to make you sound like an alpha but it made you sound like a beta.

  • @impianotespaul
    @impianotespaul 3 года назад +6022

    im gonna be honest that tree looked great even before the trim.

    • @dontknow3163
      @dontknow3163 3 года назад +675

      In today's climate of "everything must be modified to be unique" its refreshing to see something just the way it wants to be. It almost hurt me when he started peeling the bark off. I can't explain my pain, I feel what I feel.

    • @josephyoung2243
      @josephyoung2243 3 года назад +580

      Its great to trim a bonsai cause for a bonsai it's as if you're giving it a hair cut for it to grow stronger. And the bark he peeled off was dead what he did was help rid of the dead bark. Which helps the tree stay healthy.

    • @ahmadhelmy_
      @ahmadhelmy_ 3 года назад +309

      @@dontknow3163 yes but the trim was necessary to get the tree to actually grow new branches and leaves. It's like making an elder person exercise.

    • @uncanny3637
      @uncanny3637 3 года назад +141

      @@dontknow3163 That is a dead bark if you dont do that it wont grow new leaves and become healthy

    • @luisrocha2897
      @luisrocha2897 3 года назад +50

      @@dontknow3163 your weird man look at the explanation, it’s dead bark

  • @StovallRyan
    @StovallRyan Год назад +46

    I would absolutely love to see an update of this tree. I love it so much. You did an awesome job on it as well.

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  11 месяцев назад +23

      Thanks Ryan. Filming on the update is underway…

  • @colesonhampton6363
    @colesonhampton6363 3 года назад +403

    In my opinion, one of the most amazing things about this is how happy and kind he is with his daughter

    • @improvingguitarist1595
      @improvingguitarist1595 3 года назад +11

      I thought it was his son...

    • @colesonhampton6363
      @colesonhampton6363 3 года назад +2

      @@improvingguitarist1595 well crap your prolly right, he/she had long hair so I thought girl lol

    • @alicia-hd2cs
      @alicia-hd2cs 3 года назад +3

      @@colesonhampton6363 judging by their voice and clothes, i think its a lil boy

    • @ifuckedurmom
      @ifuckedurmom 3 года назад +3

      @@alicia-hd2cs pretty sure he called the kid Lisa

    • @milanotfound
      @milanotfound 3 года назад +1

      This job is kind and relaxing snd he is just like that

  • @drewgriffing7447
    @drewgriffing7447 3 года назад +4123

    This man really just popped onto RUclips, created one of the most satisfying and relaxing videos ever and then disappeared.

  • @leporellothegoldfinch
    @leporellothegoldfinch 3 года назад +520

    Get yourself someone who treats you with as much care and tenderness as this man treats his bonsai.
    The scenes with his sweet little daughter melted my heart. "Can you hold my hand?" 😭😭😭 Clearly consideration is passed down in this family.

    • @krashdown102
      @krashdown102 3 года назад +2

      #singleforever

    • @alcupone6462
      @alcupone6462 3 года назад +14

      Someone who cuts your limbs and other parts off? No thank you.
      Great attitude for plants/pack animals(to certain extent) /things, never would wish this to happen to independent, individualistic being.

    • @nullobject5943
      @nullobject5943 3 года назад +3

      @@alcupone6462 he didn't say with the same care lol

    • @strnywoo
      @strnywoo 3 года назад +29

      @@alcupone6462 trees aren't humans lol he's cutting off the dead wood so that the tree can stay healthier. you don't have to feel pain.. the tree's feeling better

    • @mateusurbanski9162
      @mateusurbanski9162 3 года назад +1

      I THOUGHT THE SAME THING

  • @kevi4589
    @kevi4589 2 года назад +75

    The tree looks so majestic and magical. It looks like it's from a fantasy world

  • @code_6643
    @code_6643 3 года назад +2108

    It's nice to see Bucky found something to keep himself busy with after Endgame

    • @adamjones-ps
      @adamjones-ps 3 года назад +48

      I was thinking the same thing. They do look alike.

    • @noxeternia6681
      @noxeternia6681 3 года назад +22

      hahahaha damn you, you made me laugh XD

    • @John-wp7kl
      @John-wp7kl 3 года назад +6

      😂😂 thought the same thing!!

    • @ahnafmuntaha4183
      @ahnafmuntaha4183 3 года назад +6

      i as bout to comment that

    • @lucasffigueiredo
      @lucasffigueiredo 3 года назад +2

      RIGHT?!? Hahahah

  • @littlefrog3529
    @littlefrog3529 3 года назад +339

    That little helper of yours is just too cute 🥰

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  3 года назад +24

      It’s Nina’s turn next 😁

  • @dennis_duran
    @dennis_duran 3 года назад +8734

    Tree: *just chilling*
    Humans: “Let’s maximize it’s photosynthetic efficiency”

  • @lendial
    @lendial 2 года назад +18

    this was like watching a movie. the attention to detail was mesmerizing

  • @melkermulmo6341
    @melkermulmo6341 3 года назад +874

    Imagine what your Christmas tree would look like if this guy decorated it

    • @onion6330
      @onion6330 3 года назад +43

      probably barren and mangled, but with great Feng shui

    • @namolokaman2393
      @namolokaman2393 3 года назад +3

      The aluminum pole from Festivus.

    • @jasonbourne6531
      @jasonbourne6531 3 года назад +6

      I giant bonsai tree 🌲

    • @Mr.Sr.Jr.
      @Mr.Sr.Jr. 3 года назад +5

      It'd probably look fake and over pruned versus having it look good/natural.

    • @wasted5742
      @wasted5742 3 года назад +3

      It would look like a shit

  • @Rinfiner
    @Rinfiner 3 года назад +1654

    This guy is taking better care of trees than I take of myself

  • @clovercurator7997
    @clovercurator7997 3 года назад +373

    "Wire will need to stay on for at least two years."
    So you gave this tree braces??

  • @xiii2048
    @xiii2048 Год назад +5

    your ability to convey this through images rather than just explain has helped me tremendously thanks so much!!!!

  • @sandroelbers
    @sandroelbers 3 года назад +727

    I wanna see this guy put up his christmas tree.

    • @DudeGuy-zt9eg
      @DudeGuy-zt9eg 3 года назад +24

      He’ll sit there with a nail clipper on each branch clipping them dead needles😭😭

    • @charlie_mk7.5
      @charlie_mk7.5 3 года назад +39

      @@DudeGuy-zt9eg spending days rebending every branch to maximise ornaments effiency

    • @Cheersx3
      @Cheersx3 3 года назад

      lol xD

    • @joshtutor2526
      @joshtutor2526 3 года назад +5

      He'd have to start in July. 😏

    • @silva69ers
      @silva69ers 3 года назад +3

      Rumour has it 12 years ago he was lost in the wilderness until April the following year searching for the perfect tree. He now has a plastic tree

  • @bonsaiempire
    @bonsaiempire 3 года назад +3311

    Wow, excellent video and production! Keep them coming :)

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  3 года назад +518

      Thanks so much. Your channel and website have been hugely inspiring and helpful to me so this means a lot. Plenty more on the way :)

    • @jackrinderer6790
      @jackrinderer6790 3 года назад +30

      @@BonsaiReleaf yes definitely! You have skill on bonsai and making videos . It was a well put video and I will be subscribing!

    • @HeyImDateMike
      @HeyImDateMike 3 года назад +16

      @@BonsaiReleaf great vid! Lots of great info. Only suggestion, maybe put a black outline or something on the texts? I couldn't read some of the parts where its white text with a white background

    • @TheMr5x
      @TheMr5x 3 года назад +5

      @@BonsaiReleaf Can you tell me what music you used? it's fantastic, also the video is amazing as well! Cheers

    • @karitori6526
      @karitori6526 3 года назад

      @@TheMr5x frr, i need to know the name of the first song

  • @chris38383838
    @chris38383838 3 года назад +381

    This is hands down the most refined bonsai video I've ever seen. Outstanding work! I don't imagine you'll produce one of those every week given the high quality but I certainly hope you'll make more of those. You're very talented.

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  3 года назад +96

      Thanks for the kind words Christopher, that’s very encouraging feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed it. I’m also glad you aren’t expecting one a week 😂 I’m aiming for one a month at the moment 🙂

    • @kevingavin6825
      @kevingavin6825 3 года назад +6

      Yes, very talented chap, meticulous detail, looking forward to seeing your work continue,

    • @MM-Iconoclast
      @MM-Iconoclast 3 года назад +1

      @@BonsaiReleaf That was truly lovely. Amazing cinematography as well!

  • @liamthedevastator
    @liamthedevastator Год назад +7

    I low key love that the artist caring for this bonsai doesn't look like what you imagine a "bonsai pro" to look like. I really love that it breaks down the preconceptions that you can have about a hobby and who should enjoy it. 10/10.
    Also, beautiful Bonsai!

  • @garretoien
    @garretoien 3 года назад +619

    This was definitely a "trust the process" video for me lol

    • @ashleyfalcon125
      @ashleyfalcon125 3 года назад +3

      Same. 😁

    • @kevinb7098
      @kevinb7098 3 года назад +3

      For real lol same here

    • @Sweettweety666
      @Sweettweety666 3 года назад +8

      Same here! I was certainly cringing at some moments. But indeed a good mental training! :'-D

    • @e.v6134
      @e.v6134 3 года назад

      Same

  • @alecledbetter
    @alecledbetter 3 года назад +112

    Not only did the tree turn out beautiful but the video itself was a work of art. I have never seen a bonsai transformation video so well documented and thought out. Thank you very much for this!

  • @architectinth
    @architectinth 3 года назад +251

    This is one of my favorite forms of art. When the person who started the project passes away or sells it to someone else, the beauty of the piece can continue to be worked on and appreciated by others for hundreds of years.

    • @patukhochare652
      @patukhochare652 3 года назад +10

      Impressed.. this kind of art tech us to be calm and focused in what we do ....I think we all need to grow at least one plant that would be for our all generation will take care of it. NYC thought know.. if it will possible i will proude to all my upcoming generation they will take care of it..

  • @a.m.graham6120
    @a.m.graham6120 Год назад +4

    This is THE best bonsai channel on the Web! He is a true artist, educator & computer whiz!

  • @GNUX66
    @GNUX66 3 года назад +512

    Lol "Restoring" a tiny tree? How hard can that... Oh. That actually looks super hard and intense. Cheers.

    • @dominicrf6336
      @dominicrf6336 3 года назад +3

      it's how the trees like it.

    • @mathjesticgaming1188
      @mathjesticgaming1188 3 года назад +1

      You ever watch the karate kid trilogy? Mr Miyagi explains how hard it really is.

    • @tinaq.3025
      @tinaq.3025 3 года назад

      Ikr

  • @chase5526
    @chase5526 3 года назад +1830

    Nobody:
    This guy to the tree: “Maybe if you got rid of that ole yee yee ass haircut..”

    • @knatspray
      @knatspray 3 года назад +214

      Maybe if you got rid of that ole tree tree grass haircut you’d get some Finches on your stick

    • @ethsailliamswa
      @ethsailliamswa 3 года назад +12

      @@knatspray this comment is about to blow up for sure

    • @ThatAwesomeUsername
      @ThatAwesomeUsername 3 года назад +19

      @@knatspray Twigaaaaaaa

    • @BlackSunMobius
      @BlackSunMobius 3 года назад +8

      🤦🏾‍♂️ I’m in love with this comment section 😂

    • @PerilArts3601
      @PerilArts3601 3 года назад

      @@knatspray omg

  • @Jaspieces
    @Jaspieces 3 года назад +598

    Never knew wintersoldier had a youtube channel and restoring a bonsai.

    • @jack6126
      @jack6126 3 года назад +7

      This is what he does to relax

    • @aishijelly
      @aishijelly 3 года назад +6

      i can't unsee

    • @Deady4u
      @Deady4u 3 года назад +12

      Gotta do something while recovering in wakanda

    • @aishijelly
      @aishijelly 3 года назад +8

      @@Deady4u he also got himself a realistic skin for his arm while at it huh?

    • @Deady4u
      @Deady4u 3 года назад +5

      @@aishijelly Nah just his hand, that's why he's wearing a hoodie lol

  • @transcyberism1459
    @transcyberism1459 10 месяцев назад +2

    your little one helping you gather the moss 🥺 so precious

  • @Josh-ux5wp
    @Josh-ux5wp 3 года назад +897

    *That transition from the tree to his sketch is so good!*
    I am impressed with the amount of editing that went into this, great process and even more amazing result :)

    • @Newt2799
      @Newt2799 3 года назад +7

      I agree the guy’s super talented

    • @neo529
      @neo529 3 года назад

      The transition from sketch to tree was even better :D

    • @yunan9610
      @yunan9610 3 года назад +2

      When your talents have a synergy

    • @sarifudin6793
      @sarifudin6793 3 года назад

      Untuk bertahan di bilang rasa cinta kepada

    • @KLAR_Creations
      @KLAR_Creations 3 года назад +3

      Couldn’t say it any better, such a lovely video and editing!!!

  • @GREG-xw1wz
    @GREG-xw1wz 3 года назад +110

    this guys got a kid and a bonsai plant to take care of, that's respectable

    • @barearmz2794
      @barearmz2794 3 года назад +4

      As long as he doesn't prune and wire the kid then stand her in some moss. Ha!

  • @endlesshope1108
    @endlesshope1108 3 года назад +239

    My parents have been doing bonsai even before I was born so I've lived my life with bonsai
    kinda wholesome to see quite a unpopular hobby get the spotlight for a while

    • @acarriere30
      @acarriere30 3 года назад +3

      Maybe old hobby gets old but when a hobby are new to the beholder it might be interesting for that individual.

    • @johnnguyen1128
      @johnnguyen1128 3 года назад +12

      It is unpopular because it is too hard to pursue

    • @smitbar11
      @smitbar11 3 года назад +1

      3,948,452 views and 126 thousand subscribers, I somehow do not think this is an unpopular hobby

    • @tempzira
      @tempzira 3 года назад +1

      It is indeed hard to pursue. Some may call it the art of patience and discipline.

  • @konradnoises
    @konradnoises Месяц назад

    The dedication you’ve put both into working on the tree and making this video is absolutely inspiring.
    Thank you for sharing this beautiful moment

  • @OzFrakes
    @OzFrakes 3 года назад +1582

    Algorythm: "Wanna see what the Wintersoldier does in his free time?"
    Me :"Aight"

    • @france_troa
      @france_troa 3 года назад +11

      Underrated.🤣

    • @aquirulz18
      @aquirulz18 3 года назад +6

      likely the reason why this got into my feed, not disappointed!

    • @LeadMunitions
      @LeadMunitions 3 года назад +3

      Thanos does not care 😂

    • @___Drew___
      @___Drew___ 3 года назад

      😂

    • @dtulip1
      @dtulip1 3 года назад

      LOL

  • @waretasiri7656
    @waretasiri7656 3 года назад +89

    I am a Japanese who has never done bonsai before, but this video has taught me that bonsai is really an art that requires a lot of patience.
    I have a lot of respect for your wonderful work.Thanks for the great video.

  • @scollins1396
    @scollins1396 3 года назад +159

    I feel like I've lost myself over the years. Searching for something to fill a void in my soul. I sit at my computer wasting my life away playing video games day in and out while my children are growing right before my eyes. To see the love and attention this man gives to this tree and his child is eye opening. I need to realign my focus, and somehow this video was all I needed to remember that.

    • @mromwtfyb5146
      @mromwtfyb5146 3 года назад +10

      Somehow I found myself in the same boat bruv. Although I don’t have kids, it’s more along the lines of seeing my parents grow old and my family separated. Seeing this video and then to read a comment like yours makes me even happier.

    • @garyalcorn3831
      @garyalcorn3831 3 года назад +5

      Wax on wax off Daniel son

    • @iwasmilk7632
      @iwasmilk7632 3 года назад

      :thumbs_up:

    • @siddharthghantasala4209
      @siddharthghantasala4209 2 года назад +1

      Damn m8 he was just fixing a tree, but good on u! Have a great life!!

  • @TheBonsaiGarden
    @TheBonsaiGarden 11 месяцев назад +2

    Watching this for about the fifth time and still blown away by the videography and quality of the edit. The match cuts, speed ramps, graphic overlays etc. And a superb bonsai transformation. Sublime.

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks Jason. Funnily enough I just watched your black pine unboxing video last night, and enjoyed that new bonsai feeling, albeit vicariously! Looking forward to seeing it develop. AR

  • @rigdigwus
    @rigdigwus 3 года назад +156

    that "can you hold my hand" was the cutest thing ever

  • @monolune
    @monolune 3 года назад +1799

    me: can’t sleep
    youtube: here’s a little tree getting braces

    • @EmRePhoto
      @EmRePhoto 3 года назад +16

      I thought of the pain of braces during this video for sure.

    • @T.J
      @T.J 3 года назад +8

      I thought the same about the braces and then « this is basically tree torture ». But still it was kinda relaxing.

    • @zec12003
      @zec12003 3 года назад

      Kkk

    • @thebroadcastreject485
      @thebroadcastreject485 3 года назад

      Why does this sounds so cute

    • @mikaelpalm2130
      @mikaelpalm2130 3 года назад +1

      The music is so soothing but the content is so interesting.

  • @muhammadrizky4969
    @muhammadrizky4969 3 года назад +237

    Now I know why my dad spends so much time cleaning his bonsai in every morning

  • @joetroyner
    @joetroyner 2 года назад +3

    This is the first time I've seen someone do a sketch beforehand. Really beautiful work..

  • @emkatpower1760
    @emkatpower1760 3 года назад +780

    As someone with scoliosis and unable to get surgery, it's really nice being able to look at this twisted up tree and think "wow that's beautiful". Thank you 💓

    • @justarandompotato7500
      @justarandompotato7500 3 года назад +9

      Hope you get better soon :(

    • @ttominable
      @ttominable 3 года назад +78

      @@justarandompotato7500 i know you meant well but scoliosis is a permanent deviation of the spine so its not like you could “get better”

    • @tubucket_8670
      @tubucket_8670 3 года назад +5

      I hope all is well, and I hope things get better.

    • @chenaviv1470
      @chenaviv1470 3 года назад +10

      @@ttominable people can get treatments that can improve the life quality of those suffering with scoliosis:)

    • @MrFriskyWhiskey
      @MrFriskyWhiskey 3 года назад +8

      You could ask this guy to wire/manipulate your back into shape?
      *Jokes*
      On a serious note, I've seen some Chiropractors YT Videos for people with a similar condition. Back-crack-a-lacking ASMR. Have fath. There's always a solution.

  • @brennanperry8001
    @brennanperry8001 3 года назад +335

    This seems like a sick hobby to get into. Teaches you patience, let's you care for someone living, you get something nice to look at every day, what more can you ask?

    • @abaddon130
      @abaddon130 3 года назад +10

      It's a happy little tree after all, I can't ask for more.

    • @ThatAwesomeUsername
      @ThatAwesomeUsername 3 года назад +35

      Good crotch growth

    • @jaredanderson7494
      @jaredanderson7494 3 года назад +2

      This tree likely costs in the thousands, must have very very long time horizons or deep pockets.

    • @henrik8435
      @henrik8435 3 года назад +11

      @@jaredanderson7494 it's literally says 200 pounds in the video

    • @jaredanderson7494
      @jaredanderson7494 3 года назад +3

      @@henrik8435 go search the market right now for a 35 year old juniper of any variety for that price. Granted the trunk isnt too impressive here its still a fine tree, definitely would fetch far more Id wager.

  • @sin2983
    @sin2983 3 года назад +880

    "Can you hold my hand?"
    Me: *In tears* Hold her hand, please....

    • @cecilepup
      @cecilepup 3 года назад +23

      Same- it was too precious

    • @g7sky
      @g7sky 3 года назад +2

      same

    • @AnimeAestheticYT
      @AnimeAestheticYT 3 года назад +3

      Definitely my favorite part! haha

    • @giljon5971
      @giljon5971 3 года назад +16

      and the proud look on her face when she put the first piece of moss in the box, so adorable

    • @chfilms7651
      @chfilms7651 3 года назад +1

      That hit different...

  • @Sherman_616
    @Sherman_616 3 года назад +185

    wow the stop motion editing for the branches was awesome ive never seen that done before good job

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  3 года назад +40

      Thanks Sherman, it seemed to make more sense than having me in the way. Good to know, I'll keep doing it.

    • @MattSteez
      @MattSteez 3 года назад +3

      @@BonsaiReleaf I also particularly liked that bit. it stood out to me the most

  • @joaomota6870
    @joaomota6870 3 года назад +1072

    the man: Texas trucker vibes
    His hobbies: Peace and tranquility

    • @veltren8012
      @veltren8012 3 года назад +7

      Humans are adaptable to many things through dedication.

    • @zoenayru
      @zoenayru 3 года назад +31

      After Bonsai trimming - he goes out in his raised truck to pick up more materials for the project

    • @arrowhead5217
      @arrowhead5217 3 года назад

      I don’t think we have the same vision of Texas truckers 😂

    • @matstarm4733
      @matstarm4733 3 года назад +6

      @@arrowhead5217 i think he's a big skinny to be a texas trucker, though what would i know im in Australia

    • @santinorodriguez6296
      @santinorodriguez6296 3 года назад +4

      @@matstarm4733 you're not wrong brotha, from a texan born and raised this man does not look like a trucker from anywhere near here 😂. if our truckers ain't fat from bbq they're fat from mexican food. just how it is

  • @qkey01
    @qkey01 3 года назад +438

    Branch: just vibin
    This guy: "You're deadwood now"

  • @phoenixcerimastin
    @phoenixcerimastin Год назад +2

    thank you, that tree has to be at least 30 or 40 years old, and the care you gave it. it was much deserved and truly beautiful

  • @jordanhaas1914
    @jordanhaas1914 3 года назад +102

    Literally made me cry how cute his daughter is and how carefully she handles the moss 🥺💕. I can’t wait to see what this guy makes in the future, so dang creative and mind blowing.

    • @kikolucero9649
      @kikolucero9649 3 года назад +7

      he gonna make another child that's what he gonna do

    • @may6v6
      @may6v6 3 года назад

      @@kikolucero9649 wtf?

  • @DortioPhysco79
    @DortioPhysco79 3 года назад +420

    Can't wait to see what the tree will look like after the next two years when the branches are all set in place. Please post about this tree in the future!

  • @hamstersdailylife4938
    @hamstersdailylife4938 3 года назад +198

    Bonsai trees take an extremely long time to shape, it is regarded as a life time hobby and art of nature.
    The fact this person has only one video might imply that he gave his all to this one tree, and that alone is just so beautiful💕
    Love from Japan 💕

    • @n0nam3491
      @n0nam3491 3 года назад +9

      bruh he literally purchased the tree for 200 and is restoring it. otherwise he would have been the one neglecting it

    • @sanynava9160
      @sanynava9160 3 года назад +1

      @@n0nam3491 you are $tup1d as f

    • @n0nam3491
      @n0nam3491 3 года назад +3

      @@sanynava9160 take a look in the mirror buddy, you've got me confused

    • @JustPassing_Through
      @JustPassing_Through 3 года назад

      @@n0nam3491 what exactly are you implying then?

    • @genevievem598
      @genevievem598 3 года назад

      @@n0nam3491 Huh, what are you saying?

  • @stevieboy826
    @stevieboy826 Год назад +1

    I never get tired of re watching your videos.

  • @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache
    @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache 3 года назад +7580

    3:33
    "And weak crotch growth"
    My brain: "You're an adult, don't be immature"

  • @YTDmeyez
    @YTDmeyez 3 года назад +300

    Tracklist with timecodes if anyone's interested
    0:00 Mandala Dreams - Oku No In
    3:43 True Messenger - I See Us
    9:53 Luwaks - Timeless Clouds
    15:03 Mandala Dreams - Oku No In

    • @GoonGeta
      @GoonGeta 3 года назад +4

      Yo this needs upvoted!!

    • @nate186
      @nate186 3 года назад +2

      Thanks Hamish :)

    • @jonathannocon
      @jonathannocon 3 года назад +2

      Very noice indeed tyvm

    • @joshse8709
      @joshse8709 3 года назад

      Aint no one skippin shit in this vid lol

    • @Max-dw7is
      @Max-dw7is 3 года назад

      +

  • @xervoo6419
    @xervoo6419 3 года назад +30

    This was breathtaking. How do you even begin to learn this?
    The 58k subscribers you've gotten from this one video alone are so, so deserved.

  • @pinkmondy
    @pinkmondy 2 года назад +2

    I starting crying watching you prune your Bonsai…it was extraordinary; just a beautiful thing to behold…amazing.
    I’ve loved Bonsai for years and have never seen anyone create what you’ve done here.
    I wish I could do something like that.

    • @flapdrol
      @flapdrol Год назад

      Get some scissors, some electrical wire and steal a conifer from your neighbors garden. Try it.

  • @valustus
    @valustus 3 года назад +83

    Never knew that extremely elaborate videos about restoring bonsai trees was all I ever needed!

  • @sdafkjwkop
    @sdafkjwkop 3 года назад +247

    Then the kid went "Can you hold my hand?" and it just brought the whole video home. Very well done!

    • @LimitedState
      @LimitedState 3 года назад +4

      My exact thought at that part.. such a good wholesome video.

    • @GhØsT-z9h
      @GhØsT-z9h 3 года назад +2

      paid actor

    • @DevinJuularValentine
      @DevinJuularValentine 3 года назад +1

      Made me want to cry and also made me want children after never feeling that way in 27 years lol

    • @LimitedState
      @LimitedState 3 года назад

      @@DevinJuularValentine Me too, seeing things like that make me want to experience it as well.

  • @NoNo-pz4lm
    @NoNo-pz4lm 3 года назад +268

    Why does watching skilled craftsmen feel like you are accomplishing something? I literally sat in bed doing nothing and now feel accomplished like I have made a beautiful little tree myself.

    • @ik4587
      @ik4587 3 года назад +6

      That is because of the dopamine your brain releases

    • @Dkvy420
      @Dkvy420 3 года назад +7

      🌳

    • @RozyPoyo
      @RozyPoyo 3 года назад +3

      @@ik4587 serotonin, actually.

    • @ik4587
      @ik4587 3 года назад +2

      @@RozyPoyo dopamine, actually.

    • @RozyPoyo
      @RozyPoyo 3 года назад +3

      @@ik4587 dopamine is the one that gives you the high, serotonin is the one that gives you the sense of accomplishment. Dopamine is for just before/during the task, serotonin is for during/when you finish it.

  • @WillPursley
    @WillPursley 2 года назад +4

    This is the best format video I've seen on the subject. The close up detail work, inserted drawings and explanations, the in place comparative changes, it's all incredible and helpful to understanding the concepts. Thank you for this!

  • @guilhermesalles4313
    @guilhermesalles4313 3 года назад +185

    I thought "Neglected? This looks cool man". Then I saw the final result. Holy jesus.

    • @myquirkisfred9614
      @myquirkisfred9614 3 года назад +5

      They’re supposed to be pretty fragile and need to be trimmed and pampered.
      Apparently this one was nearly dead because it didn’t get proper care.

    • @machintrucGaming
      @machintrucGaming 3 года назад

      It was still green, how can it be nearly dead ?

  • @kefka3
    @kefka3 3 года назад +23

    man, bending that branch to a more healthy and optimal position must've been the most stressful part of this restoration. You did all you could to prepare it, but there's no guarantee it just won't snap in your hands. I salute you. what a job.

  • @mrjamba4368
    @mrjamba4368 3 года назад +174

    Wow, looking at the tree in the very beginning; I would have never guessed there was so much work to be done. Awesome transformation, makes me want to own a bonsai.

  • @andyscott5978
    @andyscott5978 2 года назад +3

    What a beautiful video and a wonderful result. Please keep on making these videos.

  • @MasamuneWPG
    @MasamuneWPG 3 года назад +67

    This is an absolute masterclass. From the editing to the music. You can tell this is actual passion project.

  • @harrymcnally129
    @harrymcnally129 3 года назад +89

    I love how Moss looks with some things it’s like a micro grass

  • @designx8693
    @designx8693 3 года назад +43

    Every time he did something else to the tree I thought, "well that's gonna kill it". Every time. Talk about a man with extreme patience and a vision. What a relaxing video, now that I know he's not going to kill it.

    • @JaydenLawson
      @JaydenLawson 3 года назад +2

      Even if he did kill it, his skill is so immense that we would never know

    • @jaredanderson7494
      @jaredanderson7494 3 года назад +1

      This was relatively tame in terms of what you could do in the world of bonsai...

  • @gregorycoessy
    @gregorycoessy Год назад +2

    Merci pour toutes ces videos ! Je ne me lasse pas de les regarder...dommage qu'il n'y en ait pas plus !
    Je ne pensais pas que l'on pouvait pousser l'art du bonsai à un tel niveau !
    Tu es un artiste de génie ! Un magicien du bonsai ! Bravo !🙏 et continue a nous faire rêver 👌

  • @dudedude2721
    @dudedude2721 3 года назад +88

    At the beginning it looked fine to me
    Oh, but little did I realize the true potential of this plant

  • @mernany
    @mernany 3 года назад +344

    Me the whole time: What the actual is he doing to this poor tree
    Me at the end: Damn look at how amazing he made that little tree look!!

    • @derstoffausdemderjoghurtis
      @derstoffausdemderjoghurtis 3 года назад +4

      mixture of both

    • @pitou6084
      @pitou6084 3 года назад +9

      still, feeling sad for the tree

    • @s_l7916
      @s_l7916 3 года назад +11

      @@pitou6084 why, he helped him. without that the smoll tree would have died. there already was dead wood on him.

    • @ohnoherewegoagain5819
      @ohnoherewegoagain5819 3 года назад +2

      the amount of times I've seen this comment is immeasurable

    • @elyxur4726
      @elyxur4726 3 года назад +1

      @@pitou6084 why are you sad for a tree 💀

  • @williamfoong8548
    @williamfoong8548 3 года назад +82

    There level of production on this is insane.

  • @Shinobi-sw3fb
    @Shinobi-sw3fb Месяц назад

    He made that physical organism look EXACTLY like the drawing. That’s what you call VISION 😍

  • @randomstudent9556
    @randomstudent9556 3 года назад +178

    Forget about the tree let’s talk about your drawing skills!

  • @unknown-tr1he
    @unknown-tr1he 3 года назад +87

    this is by far one of the best videos on youtube. well made, edited, so much passion, skill. I was interested the entire time and the addition of him and his kid was beautiful and made me smile so much. thank you for the video

  • @Pangamma
    @Pangamma 3 года назад +1718

    Me the entire time: "Noooo! You are ruining the tree!" After: "Oh yeah, that does look good."

    • @bobicrni1284
      @bobicrni1284 3 года назад +69

      I think he ruined it.

    • @garlic6969
      @garlic6969 3 года назад +38

      Yup ruined it

    • @sitomagus
      @sitomagus 3 года назад +12

      @@bobicrni1284 not really

    • @SoggySoup
      @SoggySoup 3 года назад +76

      @@bobicrni1284 Agreed. Should’ve stuck with just making sure it was healthy and decorating. All the excess trimming and stupid shaping stuff ruined the trees natural look and just made it a unnatural art piece. I guess it’s a bonsai hobby thing.

    • @deekswarner7283
      @deekswarner7283 3 года назад +18

      my exact reaction - though i cant seem to stop thinking that the tree spent 35 years growing in that shape for some guy to think he can do better in some months, although he has been studying this for years as well and is a professional , i do love the videography though

  • @Jessica_Costantini
    @Jessica_Costantini Год назад

    “Can you hold my hand?”
    SOOOO CUUUTE! She alone was worth the watch. Adorable

  • @Reshye
    @Reshye 3 года назад +3403

    Me after seeing how complicated the maintenance is: * proceeds to stop considering having a bonsai and stick with the cactus *

    • @jeremy71504
      @jeremy71504 3 года назад +57

      I’m liking the idea of a wire bonsai tree or a fake one lol

    • @gregoryhigginbothamii4805
      @gregoryhigginbothamii4805 3 года назад +4

      Lmao true

    • @wikesstrig7078
      @wikesstrig7078 3 года назад +68

      Don't scare yourself, if you want a hobby and have time and dedication you can get one. Still succulent plants need care too, not in this sense though but in its own way too.

    • @amided3816
      @amided3816 3 года назад +8

      @@wikesstrig7078 it would be much less though. Overall yeah taking care or making a bonsai tree is a good hobby.

    • @wikesstrig7078
      @wikesstrig7078 3 года назад +5

      @@amided3816 I saw cactus once that was soggy. I don't know how but lt was soggy and it just fell over when I didn't even touch it. It wasn't mine. Not just cacti but I like aloe too.

  • @grahamb7947
    @grahamb7947 3 года назад +942

    Tree: *Just chilling*
    Humans: "You need braces"

    • @tree8451
      @tree8451 3 года назад +10

      a tree approves this comment

    • @RolfHarrisOfficial
      @RolfHarrisOfficial 3 года назад +9

      Dental Plan

    • @grahamb7947
      @grahamb7947 3 года назад +2

      @@RolfHarrisOfficial When Trees get free braces but I as a broke ass 31 year old can't get shit 😆

    • @korteland358
      @korteland358 3 года назад +4

      Yes. 3:39 honestly I liked how it looked before the cutting. Nothing was wrong with it.

  • @jarrettiovinella6866
    @jarrettiovinella6866 2 года назад +434

    One of my favorite bonsai videos, so informative BUT NOT SLOW at all. And definitely not boring. Love the incorporation of the drawing, the subtle time lapse. Video editing is super. You made everything look easy. Wonderful talent. Bravo.

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  2 года назад +16

      Thanks Jarrett!

    • @CrypticSkies0
      @CrypticSkies0 2 года назад

      @@BonsaiReleaf Hi love your vids, have always wanted to own and take care of a bonsai but never had the courage to do it, I was worried on if I would do it right or not

    • @Kinglazy73
      @Kinglazy73 Год назад +1

      ​@@CrypticSkies0 do it bro, u only got one life. If u want a bonsai get urself a damn bonsai gosh darnit

  • @drcbeartooths
    @drcbeartooths Год назад +1

    Oh my. A wonderful fluid story. Thank you.

  • @Mkultra746
    @Mkultra746 3 года назад +70

    Ima be honest. I just came here cause this was in my recommendations. Not disappointed .

  • @raycantona123
    @raycantona123 3 года назад +453

    Me: I'm not interested in Bonsai, why is this on my feed?
    -*Bends branch to look better*
    Me:Uhmm....interesting....

  • @pandorawolf8239
    @pandorawolf8239 3 года назад +34

    This bonsai is feeling what we all been feeling during the lockdown without hair salons.

    • @ignatz14
      @ignatz14 3 года назад

      I'm imagining a barber doing the same things and it's kinda horrifying. Cutting and breaking of limbs, pulling off skin, breaking and bending limbs into aesthetically pleasing shapes, smearing chemicals onto exposed flesh, burning you etc.
      XD

  • @eldario1677
    @eldario1677 Год назад +1

    The most wholesome part is you and the kid collecting moss

  • @haydenfox3116
    @haydenfox3116 3 года назад +61

    I can tell this video took a lot of effort and hard work and I applaud you for that, this is definitely one of the higher quality bonsai videos on RUclips now I hope to see more work from you soon!

  • @Nobody73000
    @Nobody73000 3 года назад +350

    If this guy keeps uploading, then in 2 years he needs to make an update where he takes off the wires

    • @cpmatthews
      @cpmatthews 3 года назад +19

      "2 YEAR REVEAL!!! YOU WONT BELIEVE THE TRANSFORMATION!!!!!" *Thumbnail of him with shocked face and wired tree*
      actually no difference once wires are off.

    • @joe-wr2jh
      @joe-wr2jh 3 года назад +3

      i find it amazing that it takes two years for the branches to settle i was thinking more like a month or two

    • @zixorus748
      @zixorus748 3 года назад +4

      @@cpmatthews this dude doesn't seem the type to do that...

    • @cpmatthews
      @cpmatthews 3 года назад

      @@zixorus748 I know. Seems like a chilled, lovely guy with a beautiful relationship with his daughter.

    • @RozyPoyo
      @RozyPoyo 3 года назад +1

      @@joe-wr2jh it's a juniper bush. With the right care, (or correct climate) they can grow to be hundreds of years old. I live in a forest of them, and they can grow to be massive!

  • @twodogsyyc6729
    @twodogsyyc6729 3 года назад +24

    Sincerely hope this channel produces more of these. Easily one of the best formatted and presented bonsai videos available on YT. All the best to you and one a month of this quality will be great!!

    • @BonsaiReleaf
      @BonsaiReleaf  3 года назад +5

      Thanks for the feedback Trevor! I may regret saying this, but I’m aiming for *at least* one a month going forward 😅

    • @Ravenesque
      @Ravenesque 3 года назад

      @@BonsaiReleaf Have you come to regret saying that? :P
      Also, Wow this vidya blew up eh?

  • @denhardy7238
    @denhardy7238 2 года назад

    Although I’ve been keeping bonsai approximately 40years now it’s always a great pleasure to whatch someone so precise great co