Mastering Myrtle Bonsai: Essential Tips for Health, Growth, and Pruning

In this video Terry Erasmus styles a collected myrtle which originally came from a hedge. In this video he prunes the foliage and creates foliage pads. Health tips as well as ideal growing position is discussed.
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[@jerezindraj6723]

Hello Terry.
We met last week at Bonsai Convention in Durban.
I bought the Kikuwa Bonsai Jin and Carving Tool from you.
Terry what Size Aluminum Bonsai Wire do you use to Tie your Bonsai Trees in when you repot a Bonsai?
Thank you.

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Hi Jerez. Yes I remember you of course. Usually 2mm but if very large trees then use thicker wire or use copper.

[@jerezindraj6723]

@TerryErasmusbonsai
Thank you Terry.

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

@jerezindraj6723 no problem!

[@NimrodTargaryen]

Thanks for sharing.... post bout it as it develops

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks Nimrod. Sure! Will do 👍🏻

[@sueb1317]

Amazing composition. Powerful and delicate at the same time. Enjoyed watching your pruning and ramification development!

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks so much Sue! 🙇🏼‍♂️

[@BonsaiCornwall]

Awesome video as always, I particularly enjoy seeing species that aren’t as common to me.
Your editing and information delivery is great and inspiring to me, thank you

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks for such a nice comment! Yeah, not a lot of info on myrtle around although I’ve seen some stunning trees on the net.
Thank you, appreciate the feedback. Helps me to improve. 🙇🏼‍♂️

[@Brosef1974]

Another great video Terry.
We’ll be seeing your boys in the semifinals 🏏🇦🇺

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

😂 Ok. May the best team win!

[@Brosef1974]

@@TerryErasmusbonsai I didn’t know that you’re an Aussie supporter 😀.

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

@justingoulding4356 sssssshhhhhh

[@Brosef1974]

@@TerryErasmusbonsai you’re still my favourite South African!

[@Myrtuscommunis]

Wow, awesome tree! 😃👍💚

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mikeswain9085]

Another great video Terry. Good little reminder on sharpening too, thanks for sharing.

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks Mike. Yes, sharp tools are key to a pleasant working experience. 🙏🏻

[@TheBonsaiZone]

What a big job to prune the tree, it looks great!!

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks so much Nigel, and for taking the time to comment. Much appreciated Sir. 👏🏻

[@RichardTaylorTaylor-p2h]

It's like listening to live jazz being created...
It's like magic live...
Sooo Cerebral...
My heart swells with emotion...
With Love...❤

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Wow, you must be or should become a writer 😊

[@kevinmitchell4960]

Great video thanks Terry

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Glad you enjoyed it Kevin, thank you 🙇🏼‍♂️

[@W9SL9Y]

Great seeing a follow up of this one! Love where its going ❤

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks Wesley! 🙏🏻

[@robertobreglia9224]

Great job Terry!👍👍👍

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks so much Roberto!

[@The_18th_Fret]

Amazing job Terry I'm new to Bonsai and love channels like yours that give us all knowledge and inspiration on our bonsai journeys

[@TerryErasmusbonsai]

Thanks so much, your words are very encouraging 🙏🏻👏🏻