Some tips and tricks to get you off to a good start with your Bonsai. These come from some lessons i had to learn the hard way, so hopefully you don’t have to.
“How long do bonsai trees live?” Answering this query requires delving into a multitude of factors that intricately shape the lifespan of bonsai trees. Bonsai trees, renowned for their captivating beauty and meticulous craftsmanship, have enchanted enthusiasts for centuries. Cultivating these miniature wonders demands a delicate blend of skill and artistry. One of the most … Continue Reading
Nurturing a healthy bonsai tree demands meticulous care, so how to revive a bonsai tree if have one that needs attention? Don’t worry, at times, even the most dedicated bonsai lover might encounter the challenge of reviving a struggling tree. Whether it’s due to neglect, improper care, or environmental stress, a seemingly unhealthy bonsai tree … Continue Reading
The soil you plant your Bonsai into has a direct effect on the health and longevity of your Bonsai tree. Each Bonsai has a preference for its own soil mix, so making sure you have the right Bonsai soil mix is essential. Bonsai soil is not actually soil in itself, as it contains a mix … Continue Reading
Introduction to the Bougainvillea Bonsai A great thing about the Bougainvillea Bonsai (boog-in-VILL-ee-uh) is that it comes in so many varieties. The bract colour can be pink, white, purple, orange, and many shades in-between, some varieties also have variegated leaves. The colouring of the Bougainvillea is very striking and certainly grabs your attention. Bougainvillea has … Continue Reading
The Ficus Benjamina bonsai is a hardy variety of bonsai that easily adapts to changing environments. This bonsai has broad leaves that grow from stems at the top of the plant, making it easy to keep pruned. The Ficus Benjamina is a dwarf variety of the species and is known as: Java Fig Benjamina Fig … Continue Reading
If you ask any Bonsai enthusiast what is the best way to shape your tree, and ask nicely, they will tell you how to wire a Bonsai to shape. Basically, copper or aluminium wire is wrapped around the trunk and branches to form the shape of the tree you are trying to create. By doing this, the … Continue Reading
Various types of bonsai trees exist and each have their own specific needs, so it is important to learn the basics of how to care for a bonsai tree so you have a foundation to build your knowledge on. Bonsai tree care can be very tiring, but also very important and rewarding. Forms of water, … Continue Reading
Japanese Black Pine Bonsai The Japanese Black Pine Bonsai belongs to the Pinaceae family. The pine tree originates from the coastal areas of Japan and South Korea. The trees will reach to about 40 feet tall. They are a two needle pine and they bud in the spring. The bark starts out as a grey … Continue Reading
If you are looking for the best beginner Bonsai trees, you should choose a Bonsai that is a sturdy type that can grow well and be something you won’t have to work too hard to ensure it’s growth. You should examine the plants you want to buy and plan appropriate environment for these plants so that … Continue Reading
The Importance of Using Bonsai Fertilizer Bonsai fertilizer can boost your bonsai’s nutrient levels and is necessary for photosynthesis and growth to take place. Since bonsai trees are miniature versions of their full-sized counterparts, its nutrient requirements will be the same, but the dosage amounts will be smaller. In addition, drainage and aeration are different … Continue Reading