Bonsai Tree Gardener

Combining Gongshi and Bonsai: A Merge of Japanese and Chinese Culture in your Garden

Have you ever admired natural rock formations? A lot of places around the world have naturally-occurring rock formations that are not just beautiful but also look unrealistic. Take the Table…

Asashi Nakamura May 5, 2019

How To

How to Water Bonsai Tree Indoors

In The Penelopiad, Margaret Atwood beautifully reminds us that we are all “half water.” So whenever we cannot go through an obstacle, we can always “go around it” – just…

Wilbert Simson May 5, 2019

Bonsai Trees

Things to Look for when Choosing Bonsai Tool Kits

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.…

Wilbert Simson May 4, 2019

How To

How to Split a Bonsai Trunk

The art of bonsai is full of magic. Creating a bonsai tree masterpiece does take time, patience, dedication, as well as following the basic principles of the ancient practice involving…

Wilbert Simson May 4, 2019

General

Rhymeprose on a Miniature Landscape Garden

Is there anything as impressive as a miniature landscape garden? Imagine a small pot where you can find a replica of your own garden with actual bonsai trees, shrubs, and…

Asashi Nakamura May 4, 2019

Care

Best Grow Lights for your Bonsai

Even though widely grown indoors with huge success, bonsai trees are naturally best suited for outdoor cultivation. After all, despite their miniature size, these stunning creatures and living pieces of…

Wilbert Simson May 3, 2019

Bonsai Trees

From Penjing to Bonsai: The Impact of Japanese Culture on Bonsai Tradition

“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…

Asashi Nakamura May 3, 2019

Bonsai Trees

Bonsai Trees that Grow Under Low Light

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…

Renzo Del Castillo May 3, 2019

General

Chinese Penjing: Its Influences to Japanese Bonsai

Chinese penjing and its influences on Japanese bonsai relate in complex ways that further make it confusing for many newbie bonsai enthusiasts when it comes to distinguishing the differences between…

Asashi Nakamura May 2, 2019

Care

Alternatives to Using Bonsai Wire

Bonsai is a potted tree or plant that requires training and pruning so that it can grow to not more than 1 meter or 3 feet tall. Despite being small,…

Wilbert Simson May 2, 2019

How To

How to Revive Bonsai Tree with Leaves Falling Off

Taking care of a bonsai tree is a profound pleasure that cannot be put into words. However, facing challenges on your way of becoming a better bonsai tree gardener is…

Wilbert Simson May 2, 2019

Care

Best Bonsai Tool Rolls

Traditionally, bonsai tools are carefully protected, cleaned, and organized by experienced bonsai artists. The best bonsai tool rolls are not merely a decent casing for the numerous instruments an average…

Wilbert Simson May 1, 2019