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Learn about the special soil you need for growing bonsai trees, in this free video.
In America, we tend to think of plants and flowers in terms of size. Whether it's a rose, a tomato or a cabbage bigger is better. In Japan, it's the look of the plant and its resemblance to the...
Bonsai is the ancient Japanese garden art of training miniature trees. Here's a quick and easy way to create miniatures that have some of the character of true bonsai without the painstaking demands.
Trimming your bonsai tree is one of the most important aspects of growing and keeping bonsai. Trimming is a reflection of the art of bonsai, and it can be a daunting task for those with little...
. The Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) is a pine native to coastal areas of Japan and South Korea .very resistance to pollution and salt, Japanese Black Pine, in particular are sun loving...
Beginner basics on the art of bonsai.
Proper care is important for maintaining a healthy thriving Rosemary Bonsai Tree. Without the proper care the life of a bonsai tree can be short lived.
Though very popular in many areas, growing bonsai trees in the hot & arid desert climate of Arizona can be somewhat challenging at times. Here are a few ideas which may hopefully make your...
Most people love BONSAI TREES but have no idea how to care for them. These beautiful plants give pleasure and enjoyment to those who keep them. My husband bought me a JUNIPER bonsai tree in...
A money plant is a plant that looks like money or is thought to bring good fortune. Money plants come in all types and sizes. If you want to bring money in your home in the form of a plant, here...
Asian gardens can be very complicated or very simple. Big or small, they all have a balance between basic elements and reflect a contrast between the peaceful areas and those with with activity. ...
A mother is someone who nurtured you, protected you, kissed away the pain and took care of you all your young, vulnerable life, asking for very little in return. Mother's Day is the time to make...
Learn about growing bonsai trees from seed, in this free video.
Learn how to avoid common problems with bonsai tree growing, in this free video.
Learn professional advice on how to repot your bonsai tree, in this free video.
See various types of bonsai trees between 25 & 100 years old, in this free video.
A visit to Huntsville, Alabama should definitely include a tour of the Huntsville Botanical Garden. The Garden is Nature Center, which houses the largest seasonal Butterfly House in the nation. ...
The pot you choose for your bonsai is as important as the kind of tree you use and the pruning that you do. Its color, shape and texture can mean the difference between having a tree in a pot and...
Caring for a Bonsai tree is not terribly time consuming. Shaping, pruning and overall tree health should be your focus. Bonsai maintanence includes cutting back the root system every two years or...
Bonsai trees, like anything else that grows in the soil, must have nutrients added because watering washes them away. Fertilizer must be continually replenished if the tree is to thrive. Your...
So you have had your cute little bonsai for a while? You have fed him, loved him and taken him out for long walks. Oh no wait, that's a dog. Anyway your little tree has suddenly gotten too big for...
The ancient art of Bonsai, once reserved for the upper echelon of Japanese society, is a practice that is gaining popularity among gardeners throughout the world. It is not simply another plant,...
An ancient form of horticulture that began in China more than a thousand years ago, bonsai was developed into a fine art in Japan. Today many people all around the world are part of this...
Maintaining a bonsai garden is fun and easy with these DIY tips from a bonsai garden professional - free video.
Learn some professional tips for growing healthy bonsai trees, in this free video.
Learn special watering instructions are needed to properly care for your bonsai tree, in this free video.
Many kinds of trees, plants and shrubs can be made into a bonsai. A bonsai is a miniature version of a tree planted in a pot. Japanese maples are ideal deciduous trees for creating beautiful...
Bonsai is an ancient art with its origins in China, where it was called "penjing." Although the word "bonsai" comes from a Japanese word for "tree in small pot," today the word is applied in...
Bonsai plants, or Bonsai trees, are miniature trees which have been kept small by planting them in special containers or pots. The term “bonsai” literally translates as “potted plant.” Bonsai...
Bonsais are dwarf trees which are planted in Japanese and Chinese ornamental gardens. Although real bonsais are skillfully sculpted, you can use this short cut to make your own bonsai tree. Here...
Are you wondering what tree to select to start your bonsai and where to find it? The answer is almost any tree and anywhere. Everything from the local woods to mail order from halfway around the...
The shape or 'style' of your bonsai will say as much about the artist (you!) as it does about the plant. Here's a look at some different styles and what they mean - you may see one that moves you.
Learning to prune your bonsai is critical in respect to style and the health of the plant. Form and function often take on blurred lines, requiring a balance of art and and the science of growth.
The way your bonsai are displayed is as important as their pots, the types of trees and the styles of the trees. The exact secret for adding to their beauty by the setting they live in is just as...
Thinking of giving bonsai a try? It really isn't scary if you think of it as an artistic medium that has rules, but no right or wrong.
Getting your bonsai into an attractive pot and making sure it has the best chance of a long and problem-free life is as much an art as the trimming, shaping and care of its branches. Have a look...
There are some tools that will help with the potting, care and pruning of your bonsai. The beauty is that many of them can be improvised from ordinary tools and everyday items. Let's put together...
The hardest part of Bonsai is keeping the little devils alive during the winter. Many think that deciduous trees will just "fend for themselves" and need no extra care. These "hardy" trees,...
Buying Bonsai trees from eBay is a quick and economical way to get specimens with which to start your hobby. Buying a real bonsai from a nursery or a bonsai enthusiast can run into hundreds of...
Pruning is necessary to maintain the right shape of a bonsai and encourage new growth. To prune correctly, you must research when the best times to prune your particular bonsai are. Generally, new...
Shaping a bonsai tree gives the small bonsai a look of a much larger tree. This is where the wiring of a bonsai comes in. Wiring a bonsai is not done to stunt the growth of a tree, but rather to...
Believed to be the oldest surviving tree on earth, ginkgo biloba has ancestors that lived when dinosaurs roamed around the world. The medicinal properties of this fruit tree were discovered in...
Add a live sculpture to your home or office with a versatile Podocarpus plant. You can prune it into a small busy plant to fit your terrarium, or train it to grow into a small tree that can serve...
When you build a bonsai garden, you are creating an art form garden that dates back to the Tang Dynasty of ancient China. This type of gardening, known as tray gardening, is the art of growing...
Bonsai, the ancient Japanese art of dwarfing and training trees and other plants, has become very popular in the West. Intended to live outside, the small size of bonsai plants allows anyone to...
If you live in a dorm, then you know how sparse and utilitarian the space looks. When you move in to a dorm room, you want to decorate in order to give it some personality. One way to brighten a...
If you are considering decorating your home with house plants, don't overlook the possibility of having an indoor tree. There are many different house plant trees you can choose from. Deciding on...
It's that time of year! Time to do some maintenance on your bonsai. This isn't too hard, and will give it a lot of needed love for you little tree :D
Bonsai trees can be purchased but creating you own can be a fun and challenging hobby. The art of Bonsai has been practiced for thousands of years, first beginning in China and then becoming...
The Bougainvillea Bonsai is a beautiful and popular climbing houseplant. It was named after a French navigator and native to South America. This plant will thrive in any warmer climate.