Pruning THE MOST stunning Katsura Maple Bonsai!

Today I carry out essential pruning on my Japanese Maple Bonsai. How do I know whether to do a Partial or Full Defoliation and Why would I carry that out? Lots of 'up-close' video to help see 'exactly' what I am doing. I will be looking at two of my forest groups and an informal upright for this episode. Everything you want to know about Japanese Maple Bonsai    • Japanese and Trident Maple   Try my 'Free' Bonsai App (Used to manage over 500 Bonsai records):    • FREE Bonsai Database App & Tutorials   Don't miss out on my Bonsai Basics Series:    • Essential Bonsai Advice for Beginners   If you enjoyed this video; then please like, share and comment. To be notified of future videos consider subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@expressionso... Check out my website Blog for more: https://www.expressionsofgracebonsai.... God Bless & Happy Bonsaiing Xavier -- TIMESTAMPS -- 00:00 Why do we LOVE Japanese Maple Bonsai? 01:58 Pruning to Profile. 03:45 Understanding internodal distance when pruning. 05:47 When do I do my BIG cuts? 06:42 Halfway comparison. 07:57 Partial Defoliation of Maples. 10:30 What about the surface roots? 11:50 Before and After for Maple No 2. 13:53 Before and After for Maple Group. 15:43 Be SURE your Maple are Healthy First. Equipment & Acknowledgements: I use a Panasonic Lumix DMC 330 Bridge Camera All video production using AVC Video Editor Software Sound equipment courtesy of: johnaronphotography.co.uk Handmade Ceramics by: Dawn Isaac of deiceramics.com Please be aware that all details of products used are given for your benefit only – I do not receive any financial recompense. I just think they are good value and you should know where to buy them if interested. #bonsaiuk #bonsaitree #bonsaicare #acer #maple #pruningbonsai