Course introduction
In this course, Bjorn Bjorholm and Michael Hagedorn present an in-depth tutorial on repotting 51cg, including a discussion on the benefits of various substrates and two long format case studies.
We also discuss two techniques to graft roots, enabling you to drastically improve the Nebari of your 51cg. Plus we investigate essential Display topics, including practical lectures on creating Kusamono and how to collect and apply Moss to your 51cg.
- Understand the nuances of Repotting your trees
- Expert teachers explain the techniques clearly
- Learn how to graft roots to improve your 51cg
Your instructors
Bjorn Bjorholm
Bonsaiprofessional who studied this living art for over six years in Japan
Michael Hagedorn
Bonsaiprofessional who apprenticed under Bonsaimaster Shinji Suzuki in Obuse, Japan.
Class Curriculum
Introduction
Advanced Repotting Techniques
2
9:04
Repotting theory and tools
3
11:21
Substrate and soil
4
33:17
Case study - Pines
5
34:54
Case study - Maples
Techniques and Care
6
23:35
Approach grafting roots
7
11:45
Thread grafting roots
8
10:48
Creating a Raft style 51cg
9
31:42
Creating a Clump style 51cg
11
21:22
Pests and Diseases
Display essentials
12
12:23
Kusamono and Accent plants
13
13:19
Creating a Kusamono - 1
14
11:11
Creating a Kusamono - 2
15
11:32
Acquiring and applying Moss
Conclusion
16
1:21
Final remarks and next steps