BONSAI FROM FRUIT

Propagate by sowing seeds, or taking cuttings to create new bonsai

- Kinbon

Propagation, such as sowing seeds collected in autumn, or taking cuttings from unwanted pruned branches, is an interesting process that allows you to enjoy the pleasure of 'growing' a bonsai tree, rather than creating one. Two very different processes. Under the guidance of Hiroki Miura, the Japanese popstar, Ayaka Yamamoto, explores the different options.

The most primitive method of propagation is seed sowing. All natural trees start with a single seed. Therefore, in theory, any tree species can be propagated and it is a very enjoyable method of propagation with a wide range of tree-building possibilities. Above all, the excitement of seeing new shoots as they germinate from the seeds you sow is perhaps the best thing about growing plants.

The advantages of seedlings are:

Small-sized seedlings can be formed to a certain extent within four to five years after sowing and even from the rooting to the tips of the branches, the seedlings are all 'made by you'.