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RATING
rating
LEVEL
Beginner
TOTAL TIME
5.5 hour
ACCESS
$ 59.99
Learn how to develop a ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ from scratch - from seeds, cuttings or air layers. We explain the developmental techniques all the way from Propagation to Nebari, Trunk, and Branch development.

Course introduction

Growing a ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ from the very beginning is incredibly rewarding, but difficult at the same time. By understanding the developmental stages of ÃûæÂÖ±²¥, you'll be able to apply the right techniques at the right time, speeding up your progress substantially. In this online course we cover the various propagation techniques, and walk you through the process of surface roots (Nebari), trunk and branch development.

The expert teachers, Michael Hagedorn and Bjorn Bjorholm, teamed up to bring you an all-round introduction to growing ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ from seeds, cuttings and air layers. This is a unique opportunity to start fun new projects in your garden and develop your very own ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ trees - from scratch!

  • Learn how to develop a ÃûæÂÖ±²¥
  • Understand the developmental stages to speed up progress
  • Expert teachers show you how to do it yourself

Your instructors

Bjorn Bjorholm
ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ professional who studied this living art for over six years in Japan
Michael Hagedorn
ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ professional who apprenticed under ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ master Shinji Suzuki in Obuse, Japan.

Class Curriculum

Introduction

1
2:52
Welcome

Propagation techniques

2
6:25
Propagation and Selection
3
11:57
Growing from Seed
4
16:35
Growing from Cuttings
5
15:55
Propagation with Air layers
6
23:13
Separating an Air layered tree

Stage 1: The Surface roots (Nebari)

7
30:09
Taproot removal on young trees
8
8:15
Applying a Washer
9
14:48
Removing the Washer
10
23:00
Next steps

Stage 2: The Trunk

11
17:44
Trunk development on young Pines
12
20:27
Trunk development on young Junipers 1
13
6:03
Trunk development on young Junipers 2
14
10:13
Trunk development on Deciduous trees
15
10:10
Trunk thickening with Sacrifice branches/apexes

Stage 3: The Branches and Ramification

16
19:59
Branch development on Junipers 1
17
7:37
Branch development on Junipers 2
18
10:55
Branch development on Pines
19
9:06
Branch development on Deciduous trees
20
17:57
Developing Ramification on Deciduous trees
21
5:18
Refinement stage for Deciduous trees
22
20:14
Branch development on Broadleaf evergreens

Conclusion

23
1:24
Final remarks and next steps
24
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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I get by taking this course?

After completing this course you'll know how to successfully propagate trees from seed, cuttings and air layers. More importantly, you will understand how to develop these newly propagated trees in stages, which speeds up your progress and results in high quality ÃûæÂÖ±²¥. Nothing is more rewarding than creating a ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ all by yourself, from the very beginning!

How will I be able to access the learning material?

After enrolling in the course, you will always have unlimited online access to all the lectures and to the learning materials, on any computer, tablet or mobile device you own. It is a completely self-paced online course. English subtitles are available on all lectures. We accept Credit cards and PayPal.

Are there any pre-requirements?

We rated this course at a Beginner level, but really any ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ grower will benefit from the techniques and developmental stages explained in this course. We do expect students to be familiar with the essential ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ techniques like pruning and wiring - as discussed in our ÃûæÂÖ±²¥ Beginners Course.

Can I purchase the course as gift?

Absolutely! We sell gift vouchers in a beautiful design, ready to print or forward to your friend or relative! Click to purchase.

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