by Brenda | Sep 10, 2023 | Beginners, Care, General, Plants, Styling
Many bonsai hobbyists incorporate the use of moss as an integral component of a tree’s presentation. This article explores the benefits and cautions when using moss in bonsai, how to collect it, and how to apply it to a tree. Nothing completes the authentic...
by Brenda | Jun 1, 2023 | Beginners, General, Plants
Field collecting for bonsai doesn’t have to involve wandering through fields and woodlands. Landscape plants slated for removal or those that have sprung up wild in the backyard can make excellent potential bonsai. In this article, the second of a two-part...
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 | 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...
by Brenda | Oct 1, 2022 | Beginners, Care, General, Plants
Maples, particularly Japanese maples, figure among the most iconic bonsai subjects. This article explores why maples are so popular in the hobby, compares the suitability for bonsai of common maple species and varieties, and provides an overview of maple bonsai...
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