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.
The Japanese Red Maple Bonsai tree comes Japan, Korea and China where the name means Acer Palmatum. This tree is sought after because of its beauty and red leaves. The tree has been grown all over the world since the early 1800’s. The colours and leaf shapes are why most people seek this species of tree to … Continue Reading
Benefits Of An Artificial Bonsai Tree If you love plants and flowers but you do not have a green thumb, perhaps an artificial Bonsai is just the thing for you. Living Bonsai trees take patience, the right kind of soil, good drainage, light and patience to shape it into the beautiful little trees you admire. … Continue Reading
Making Your First Bonsai Kit You need only 4 or 5 basic tools in your bonsai tool kit. Inexpensive tools may not last as long or stay as sharp as higher quality tools so choose them carefully when shopping. Each tool has a specific function to help care for your Bonsai tree properly and you … Continue Reading
What types of Bonsai figurines are available? Bonsai are beautiful miniature trees that are grown in pots but they are also an intricate art form from ancient China. Zen Buddhists first brought the trees to Japan and they were first grown as decorations for homes and gardens. At one time the Bonsai was a symbol … Continue Reading
Top Tips On How To Grow Bonsai Trees A Bonsai tree is a great little plant to cultivate and grow from the beginning. However, there are some things you will need to consider about growing a Bonsai. The following tips should help you raise the best Bonsai tree possible. First of all, there are several … Continue Reading
Introduction to the Weeping Willow Bonsai The Weeping Willow Bonsai is a dramatic tree that is both graceful and beautiful. Its delicate branches form pleasing lines and arches that look great as Bonsai and make it a very popular tree. Maintenance of the Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica) Bonsai is not for the faint of heart. … Continue Reading
Growing An Indoor Bonsai Tree In this day and age, the Bonsai tree has made its way into display cases and numerous art shows, not to mention numerous stores revolved around its birth. The word Bonsai is Japanese and originates from China and the term in its definition is ‘tree in a pot’. The Chinese introduced … Continue Reading
The Bonsai humidity tray is sometimes referred to as “drip” trays, for obvious reasons. Most bonsai tree containers have holes in the bottom to allow excess water to drain. Typically, a bonsai tree is watered thoroughly in a sink or bathtub, and then allowed to drain before being placed back on display. Often, water seepage … Continue Reading