In the wild, the Bald Cypress tree grows in wet, swampy soils along riverbanks and flood plains. Specimens of this plant have reached ages as old as 1000 years. Although…
In its full-grown form, the Bahama Berry tree is nondescript and unattractive. When kept as a bonsai tree, however, the slim, twisty nature of the trunk makes for a graceful…
Introduction Imagine having a miniature apple tree that bears mini apple fruits growing on top of your office table! Place this on your coffee table and you have an interesting…
Introduction I have always been fascinated by bonsai ever since I saw the very first bonsai tree when I was just 8 years old. I still remember the cascading branches…
There’s more to bonsai gardening than growing miniature trees. It is a quasi-meditative practice, with focuses on methods, shapes, and arrangements. It is all about appreciating the unique aesthetic value…
Practical and aesthetic practices support the application of deadwood techniques. These old tree specimens are commonly found and collected. Dead wood can also be present on a bonsai due to…