Air layering of Maple

Master: “Fune” Shaping

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A step-by-step demonstration of Air Layering on Japanese Maple. Covering everything from the initial concept of preserving the upper portion for Shohin Bonsai, to Ring Barking / Girdling, application of Rooting Hormone, pot placement, soil filling, securing, and Watering management. Also introduces the thinking behind angled cuts for Root Spread / Nebari and Twin Trunk Style development.

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Uma / Fune
Air Layering ★★★ Japanese Maple Autumn Spring
Learn the decision-making criteria for notching and bark removal in Air Layering of Japanese Maple, taking into account trunk base thickness and Twin Trunk Style tree forms. Understand the appropriate use of Rooting Hormone, the specific steps for pot placement, soil filling, and securing, as well as long-term management methods including root checking and Watering after the procedure.

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How to remove surface moss / How to remove the tree from the pot
Introduction

How to remove surface moss / How to remove the tree from the pot
Root Arrangement / Root Pruning
Repotting

Root Arrangement / Root Pruning
Cleaning the Surface / Root Washing
Repotting

Cleaning the Surface / Root Washing
Preparing Drainage Mesh & Tie Wire
Repotting

Preparing Drainage Mesh & Tie Wire
Types of Soil and Mixing Ratios Regarding Particle Size
Bonsai soil mix

Types of Soil and Mixing Ratios Regarding Particle Size
Repotting Techniques
Repotting

Repotting Techniques