The Discipline of Japanese Bonsai

by Mike Andrews Growing miniature trees is only a small part of what the art and discipline of bonsai is all about. The literal transliteration of the Japanese word “bonsai”, meaning “to grow in a small tray”, cannot fully describe the depth of the art of bonsai. The practice of Japanese bonsai has many elements. You cannot make a bonsai tree unless you have brought together a talent for horticulture,...

Watering Care Tips For Bonsai Growing

by Patrick Desnoyers The most important aspect of a successful Bonsai gardening is the proper watering care given to Bonsai plants. Proper water supply and watering schedule could spell the Bonsai’s continued life or caused their death. The lack of ample supply of water would cause the Bonsai plants to lose energy or dispose waste properly. Just like a human being, Bonsai plants need water to survive. Too much water...

Indoor Bonsai Tools 101

by Penny Goldman Being new to bonsai you may be curious as to which bonsai tools are required for those who are new to indoor bonsai . Bonsai is a past time which can be costly and it is extremely simple to go off the deep end and purchase loads of tools which are unnecessary until you are truly engrossed in indoor bonsai. So, which tools are vital? I will show you which tools are vital to beginning your indoor bonsai hobby...

The Secret Techniques of Bonsai: A Guide to Starti...

“Incorporating advice from his son, a tree doctor, the author teaches how to produce splendid specimens.” — The Washington Post The Japanese art of bonsai is practiced worldwide, but while basic techniques have been more or less effectively taught, many of the more intriguing ones, as well as recently invented ones, have not. THE SECRET TECHNIQUES OF BONSAI remedies this oversight with the thoughtful...

The Complete Book of Bonsai

Presenting a unique blend of information and ideas, The Complete Book of Bonsai is a comprehensive, practical guide to the traditions and artistic principles of growing and maintaining bonsai trees. Customer Review “This is my fourth Bonsai book and the best one I have found so far. I had never ordered it online, because it seemed to be one more of those books with fancy pictures and poor information. Then one day I...