Growing Bonsai Trees

Here is what will be covered in Bonsai For Beginners:

• A quick history lesson on the art of bonsai
• Some of the most common types of bonsai trees and the different styles of bonsai
• Pruning your bonsai
• How to water your bonsai
• A look at different types of pots and containers for your bonsai

Bonsai History

To understand bonsai history better, it is necessary to have a clear definition of what a bonsai is. “Bonsai” is a Japanese word, which when translated literally means “planted in a pot or container”.

Bonsai refers to a set of methods and techniques in growing, shaping and caring for a tree with the intention of forming it into a miniaturized tree that bears a natural image of an ancient tree. Bonsai history shows that this horticultural practice has survived many centuries evolving into an art form. (bonsai history continued…)

Types of Bonsai Trees

Some of the most common types of bonsai trees are: Juniper, Japanese Maple, Ficus, Serissa and Azalea. There are plenty more to choose from.

Bonsai Pruning

When you are growing a bonsai tree, you may have observed that the bottom does not grow as fast as the top, a “phenomenon” known as apical dominance. This makes pruning a bonsai a necessary process in order to enhance its growth and maintain its shape. (bonsai pruning continued…)

Bonsai Watering

Few subjects in bonsai care are as complicated as watering. What should be the simplest task is actually the most complex. Improper watering is the most common cause of death of bonsai trees. In fact, apprentices in Japan will perform many other duties during their first few years before being trusted to water the trees. (bonsai watering continued…)

Bonsai Pots

There are a lot of different bonsai pots to choose from. The shapes, sizes, and colors are so varied that choosing a particular pot can be very challenging. Although aesthetics is important, it should not be overly so as the bonsai plant deserves more attention than its pot.

But finding the right kind of pot is not that easy. A bad choice of pot can actually lessen the tree’s impact. However, a pot that is chosen well will also work to emphasize the beauty of the bonsai plant and will allow it to achieve its maximum potential as such. (bonsai pots continued…)

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