32 articles on "bonsai"

Growing Japanese Bonsai Trees for Bonsai Gardens

As you go through the history of Japanese bonsai trees (among others), you will note that this term is used to refer to a ‘plant in a pot’. As per the information provided on Harvard's Arnold Arboretum site, "the ancient Chinese were the fir...

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Giving Your Chinese Elm Bonsai the Best Care - Part I

The Chinese elm (Ulmus parvifolia) is one of the most popular trees available for doing bonsai. Year after year the Chinese elm is among the top trees for producing bonsai. Experienced bonsai artists sometimes recommend this particular plant to newbi...

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Caring For Bonsai

Indoor bonsai requires constant care and attention to establish a rhythm and routine that will not only benefit the plant, but also the grower, whose increasing knowledge and experience will create a stronger awareness of the plant world in general ...

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How Can You Grow a Juniper Bonsai Tree Successfully

For you to be successful in everything you do, you must invest your time, patience, and effort. The same thing in growing a juniper bonsai tree, and as you go on with the propagation process you will not have a hard time or experience any difficulty....

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How to Pick a Good Bonsai Plant if You're a Beginner

It's just amazing to consider the quantity and great diversity of trees and plants that can be used and trained for bonsai. If a plant or tree has a woody stem there is a very good chance that it can be used to develop a bonsai plant. Where are...

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The Best Guide To Growing A Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree - Part II

In my earlier report on the way to nurture your Chinese elm bonsai we talked about the right way to water your bonsai and the sunlight needs of your bonsai. In this article we'll talk about some important and vital topics such as re-potting and ...

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Caring For An Outdoor Bonsai Tree

Many people are under the misconception that bonsai are tiny, delicate trees that must be babied and cultivated indoors. To the contrary, there are both indoor and outdoor bonsai trees. And since most bonsai are just trimmed and miniaturized versions...

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Selecting The Right Soil And Pot For Your Bonsai Tree

Bonsai Soil Selection The soil you choose for your potted bonsai tree will provide it with nutrients, retain water, and play an important part in its overall health. You will need to find the right soil mix if you want your tree to thrive. Both org...

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3 Bonsai Mistakes To Avoid

Growing bonsai trees can be a very rewarding hobby. It's a great achievement to work with nature to create and style your very own bonsai tree. However, growing bonsai trees can also be a frustrating experience, especially if you make some commo...

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The Art of The Bonsai Tree

The beautiful Bonsai Trees that are shaped into beautiful living sculptures are a form of art inspired from Penjiing. Penjiing is the art of the Chinese landscaping techniques. The word bonsai actually means 'tray' and 'growing'. ...

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