The Kaizen Bonsai Blog by Graham Potter
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The Cause of all Our Bonsai Adversities
Growing, creating and keeping bonsai trees is REALLY hard. After more than 30 years I should know. Over the course of those busy years I have seen a few things, done a lot of other things, had countless failures and even the occasional success. There is just SO much we need to know. It’s not that growing trees is hard. They grow everywhere we leave alone and thrive in every nook and cranny of the planet where water and light are available. Why then is it so hard to keep a little example in a pot? Assuming we have soil, water, air and light what’s the problem? Well, of course it’s US. Think...
The Cost of a Good Bonsai Soil Mix
We all like a little grumble. British are particularly renowned for our grumbling prowess. Mention the weather and see where that goes. The cost of a good bonsai soil mix? We all like to grumble about the price of things too. " I remember when ....." that sort of thing. I have a lovely old mate who pointed out a fairly average bonsai tree for sale on our bench cost more than his first house. On investigation that was about 65 years prior to our discussion. It's all relative though. My dad likes to point out his first house cost him what is now the price of a special pair of handmade shoes...
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Trust Me, I’m a Professional!
Trust Me, I'm a Professional! Not the best words to come from the mouth of a salesman. Who wouldn't cringe at the sound of those words or, in my case laugh out loud before making utterance about going and procreating elsewhere. We all think our jobs suck, right? Well...
Somebody Bring Me Another Glass
You would think that after 50 years I would be getting the hang of life by now. However I still haven't mastered the art of ignoring the things that annoy me and get me down. I have a good friend that has had his fair share of problems and has massive responsibilities...
Weekend Bonsai Workshops
Over the last few days I have had my good friend Bill here working on some of our nursery trees. The week culminated in a couple of days of workshops. All told we got through a lot of great trees. Here are a few before and after shots. The juniper was listed on our...
Weasels Back In Stock – Be Quick!
Finally after waiting since last April we have received a shipment of Weasels. There is limited availability and a lot of folk have been waiting for these so act quickly. I have no idea how long it might take to get further supplies. G.
Impromptu Bonsai Workshop
I was surprised by a knock at the door this weekend. One of my guys rocked up for a workshop that is actually next weekend. Seeing as he had travelled three hours it seemed polite to spend some time. My friend had taken this juniper to A.N.Other workshop where the...
Paul Goff Tribute
I was shocked today to hear of the passing of Paul Goff recently. What a tragic loss. Such a talented man with a depth of appreciation and understanding of bonsai art unmatched in anyone I have met. I was lucky enough to spend a day with Paul a few years back and his...