Propagating Bonsai

Propagation lets you create your own bonsai from the earliest stages of development. Sowing, cuttings and air layering are three complementary techniques, each with different goals and difficulty levels. The videos below show these methods step by step.

Sowing

Sowing is a long but very rewarding method. It allows you to fully control the tree’s growth from germination and, over time, to obtain natural taper and a harmonious structure.

Cuttings

Cuttings allow you to quickly obtain a new tree from an existing one. This technique is ideal to faithfully reproduce a variety or a specific tree. It requires precision, consistency and good humidity management.

Air Layering

Air layering is a very effective technique to obtain a bonsai quickly from an already developed tree. It helps create a well-shaped trunk and an interesting nebari, saving several years of cultivation time.