Introduction Bonsai is a Japanese art form that has transcended from the Chinese art of penjing over a thousand years ago. The term bonsai may be loosely used to reference…
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…
Bonsai trees are very unique trees that originate in Japan. They’re one part art form, one part decorative plant and one part ancient tradition. While they’re an excellent way to…
Introduction The practice of growing and cultivating bonsai originated in China despite being associated with the Japanese. It started in China in 700 A.D. and by 1333 A.D. was introduced…
Growing and shaping regular trees into a bonsai is not just a hobby but rather more of an art form. Bonsai trees were first grown and cultivated in Asia. The…
The Japanese art of Bonsai uses careful and masterful pruning and care techniques to create a miniature, yet naturally realistic plant. Contrary to popular belief, Bonsai trees are not a…
The first dwarfed trees occurred naturally in the wild and were discovered growing in the mountains of China. They were prized because their unique aged and gnarled appearance was not…
Feng shui and bonsai are both intricately interconnected with the ancient Asian lifestyle and beliefs. Even though the practice of Feng Shui is attributed to the Chinese, while the art of bonsai…
The formation of a bonsai tree requires considerable patience, time and artistic creativity. When a craftsperson designs a bonsai, he or she will spend years making one perfect specimen. Therefore,…
Bonsai are meant to be seen. Cultivating your bonsai is only part of the beauty of working with these plants. A bonsai that isn’t well-displayed can never be fully appreciated.…
I have always loved bonsai trees and found it challenging to do. I just love the way I can control trees and create balance in design. I must admit that…
What Is Bonsai Aesthetics? Bonsai aesthetics traces its roots back to the olden days in Japan. The Japanese were the first people to introduce growing miniature trees and turning them…