by Brenda | Mar 27, 2023 | General, Tools & Pots
Bonsai gifts are perfect choices for special occasions when there is a bonsai enthusiast in your life. With Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations and summer birthdays just around the corner, this article offers inspiration for a variety of gifts that...
by Brenda | Mar 7, 2023 | Beginners, General, Plants
Looking for a low-maintenance bonsai you can keep indoors year-round? You need look no further than the familiar ficus. Yes, this common houseplant enjoys popularity in the world of bonsai as well. Ficus are among the easiest indoor specimens to grow and...
by Brenda | Feb 10, 2023 | Beginners, General, Plants, Styling
Small shohin-sized bonsai are popular with both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. Tropical bonsai are kept indoors during cold weather and can be worked almost any time of year. Combine the two and you have an ideal mid-winter project – tropical shohin...
by Brenda | Jan 14, 2023 | Beginners, Care, General, Styling
One of the unique aspects of bonsai practice is the use of wire to shape trees. Let’s delve into the reasons for wiring bonsai, the typical types and sizes of wire, and how to apply wire to trees. Those new to the hobby are sometimes intimidated by the prospect of...
by Brenda | Dec 10, 2022 | Beginners, General
The practice of bonsai classifies trees into categories based on factors such as height and ease of handling the tree. Some classes of bonsai require extra attention and maintenance, while other sizes offer easier care for beginners and experienced practitioners...
by Brenda | Nov 15, 2022 | Care, General, Plants, Tools & Pots
For those who would like to give a bonsai-related gift this holiday season, but aren’t certain where to start, we offer a selection of bonsai gift ideas sure to delight hobbyists who practice the art. In addition, we offer tips on purchasing live bonsai trees. If you...
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