<description>I take Up North Bonsai, well, down south to visit with the Owner and operator of Little Jade Bonsai, Gilbert Cantu of Corpus Cristy Texas. We talk about how we believe the PAs are great little bonsai trees and are often very easy to grow almost anywhere. Gilbert shares with us his experiences with the PA species and how we could adapt some of his work in our colder climate of the upper midwest. &lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Portulacaria Afra

I take Up North Bonsai, well, down south to visit with the Owner and operator of Little Jade Bonsai, Gilbert Cantu of Corpus Cristy Texas. We talk about how we believe the PAs are great little bonsai trees and are often very easy to grow almost anywhere. Gilbert shares with us his experiences with the PA species and how we could adapt some of his work in our colder climate of the upper midwest. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Little Jade Bonsai:  Gilbert Cantu

<description>In this episode, I talk with legendary bonsai practitioner, Jack Wikle. Join me as we, well mostly he talks bonsai from decades of experience including talk of how he grew all those trees indoors for decades with no "dormancy" phase for them. A truly fascinating hour that I will not soon forget. &lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Ann Arbor Bonsai Society's longest active member

In this episode, I talk with legendary bonsai practitioner, Jack Wikle. Join me as we, well mostly he talks bonsai from decades of experience including talk of how he grew all those trees indoors for decades with no "dormancy" phase for them. A truly fascinating hour that I will not soon forget. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Up North Bonsai:  Jack Wikle

<description>This past summer I traveled both north and east to visit the one and only Nigel Saunders for another conversation about bonsai in the north country. This time we spend the whole conversation talking about his new greenhouse and all the pros and cons of having one. I hope you enjoy our conversation. We had a blast recording it. &lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Green House Conversation in the Bonsai Zone

This past summer I traveled both north and east to visit the one and only Nigel Saunders for another conversation about bonsai in the north country. This time we spend the whole conversation talking about his new greenhouse and all the pros and cons of having one. I hope you enjoy our conversation. We had a blast recording it. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Up North Bonsai: Green Houses with Nigel Saunders

<description>In today's episode, I talk with the president of the West Michigan Bonsai Society, Tim Cox. Tim and I talk about the four seasons of bonsai, and his micro-climate in Grand Rapids, MI. He shares his thoughts about soil, unique trees, collected trees, and doing the best with what you got. Tim was also an integral part of the Jack Wikle Legacy Auction held in July 0222. It's time to head up and over to the Grand Rapids, Michigan area with Tim Cox.&lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Grand Rapids Michigan

In today's episode, I talk with the president of the West Michigan Bonsai Society, Tim Cox. Tim and I talk about the four seasons of bonsai, and his micro-climate in Grand Rapids, MI. He shares his thoughts about soil, unique trees, collected trees, and doing the best with what you got. Tim was also an integral part of the Jack Wikle Legacy Auction held in July 0222. It's time to head up and over to the Grand Rapids, Michigan area with Tim Cox.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Up North Bonsai:  Tim Cox

<description>In today's episode, I talk with the president of the Iowa Bonsai Association Scott Allen. Scott and I talk about the four solstices in central Iowa. He shares his thoughts about collecting trees, and what's worked for him growing bonsai in Iowa. His biggest tip for newcomers to bonsai is to really know your tree. When you really know your tree(s), you will show great success in creating some great bonsai. &lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Central Iowa Bonsai

In today's episode, I talk with the president of the Iowa Bonsai Association Scott Allen. Scott and I talk about the four solstices in central Iowa. He shares his thoughts about collecting trees, and what's worked for him growing bonsai in Iowa. His biggest tip for newcomers to bonsai is to really know your tree. When you really know your tree(s), you will show great success in creating some great bonsai. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Up North Bonsai:  Scott Allen

Up North Bonsai is a podcast that shares bonsai knowledge from enthusiasts around the upper midwest. Host, David Weiss, talks to bonsai enthusiasts from Minnesota to Michigan, Iowa to Canada, and the Dakotas to Illinois. Most bonsai professionals and masters have set up shop in or near the coasts. This is a chance for those of us who don't have those growing conditions to improve our bonsai journey.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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