Image Source Abies covers a genus of approximately 50 species of evergreen conifer belonging to the Pinaceae family. The common name for this species is ‘fir’, taken from the Old…
Just several decades ago, making your way into the art of bonsai was not deprived of various difficulties. Readily-available kits for the beginner or experienced bonsai tree gardeners were not…
The importance of good quality tools for growing bonsai trees can be compared to the way a top-grade set of knives helps a master chef in creating impressive food masterpieces.…
“Bonsai” ( 盆栽 in Japanese) literally translates into “planted in a container/pot” or “tray planting.” Not merely an art form and not merely a form of gardening discipline, bonsai has…
Different types of trees that can be introduced to the art of bonsai possess unique, incomparable beauty. Regardless of their appearance, all trees are living creatures – as such, they…
Whether your bonsai tree will be able to turn into a masterpiece highly depends on an array of factors. It all starts with choosing the most suitable location that can…
The spectacular ancient practice involving the cultivation of tiny trees in tiny containers is still embraced in mystery for many of the newbie bonsai enthusiasts – whether it comes to…
Jack pine is a wonderful variety to make a part of the art of bonsai – being such a hardy tree, it is also fairly suitable for beginner bonsai enthusiasts.…
In one of his whimsical poems, George Cooper paints the dreamy picture of a conversation between the Wind and the leaves of the trees. The Wind invites the leaves to…
If you are not an experienced bonsai enthusiast, you may be wondering why are bonsai trees so expensive. After all, they are simply tiny trees, aren’t they? On the one…
The Juniper is the genus of around 50 to 70 species in the cypress family. It is an evergreen coniferous tree or plant which is extremely popular for Bonsai purposes.…