GROWING  BONSAI

 

A  FASCINATING 

  HOBBY

 

AN ART FORM

   

A    CHALLENGE

 

WELCOME!

When looking for a bonsai plant, a tree, a book, tips, or supplies you  can find what you need or want right here.

You’ve come to the right place.

Bonsai Shops

A bonsai shop is where one can view and purchase all types of bonsai plants, and tools and supplies. Bonsai is an ancient art of minimizing the growth of a plant, creating a clean shape and view, while keeping the plant in perfect health.  There are many different styles of Bonsai honored by the traditional cultures of the Japanese and Chinese.

Bonsai Plants

A bonsai plant is a woody-stemmed plant that has been altered in shape, for interest, and pruned for effect and size.  The practice of keeping the roots pruned also minimizes its growth.  Done correctly, it enhances the health of the bonsai plant.  As an example, the juniper ground cover is a favorite.

Bonsai Trees

Yes, certain types of trees can be successfully minimized.  Many trees, such as the cypress tree, the maple tree, the elm tree, the citrus tree and many others can be successfully cultivated as bonsai.  The photo on this page is of a 41 year old bonsai tree and is viewed in this picture from the back.

Bonsai Tools and Equipment

Many tools have been invented and developed over centuries, in order to successfully cultivate bonsai. Most are special scissors, pruners, and specific and temporary tools to encourage the desired shape of trunks and limbs.  other equipment such as bonsai planters or pots add to the traditional setting and historical view of the plants.  Soil is also special;y mixed to feed the bonsai properly, as well as tiny rocks, platforms and decorative rocks or figures

Bonsai How To

Also you may find links to other sites for particular species or prices (sales) as well as to widen your exposure to information about growing a bonsai.  There are many books and articles about growing bonsai to which you can refer.