The Tree That Changed Everything for Me In 2015, I went to my first big bonsai show in Washington, DC. I had been doing bonsai for about three years, just working with trees from local garden stores. I thought I knew what good bonsai looked like. Then I saw a 60 year old Shimpaku Juniper…
The Tree That Survived My Worst Bonsai Mistake In 2016, I made a huge mistake. I took a Lodgepole Pine (Pinus contorta) from the Colorado Rockies at 9,000 feet, brought it home to Denver, and in July, right in the middle of the summer heat, planted it in a shallow bonsai pot. The timing could…
My First Encounter with Pinus sylvestris For a long time, I thought Japanese Black Pine was the only proper bonsai pine. I assumed people who were serious about bonsai would only grow Pinus thunbergii, maybe White Pine at most. Scots Pine did not seem like a bonsai tree to me, only a wild tree from…
The Aleppo Pine (Pinus halepensis) is a strong and beautiful tree that comes from the Mediterranean region. It is famous for its hardiness, its pleasant pine scent, and its rugged natural look. Many bonsai lovers enjoy growing it because it can survive tough conditions and can be styled into many bonsai shapes. What is Aleppo…
American Beech Bonsai may seem sophisticated, but it’s simply a fascinating method to grow a little tree that resembles the large ones you see in the forest. In this article, you’ll learn how to cultivate and care for your own American Beech Bonsai. What is American Beech Bonsai? American Beech Bonsai (Fagus grandifolia) is the…
A cherry blossom bonsai may be grown in your house and is similar to a work of art created by nature. These little trees are highly significant to culture and have a deep history, along with lovely pink blossoms. We’ll go into the realm of cherry blossom bonsai in this article, offering beginner-friendly instructions. What…
Welcome to the world of Zelkova bonsai ( Japanese elm ) ! In this article, we’ll explore the beauty of Zelkova trees and provide details about their history, how to grow them, how to care for them, and much more. simple tips for their care. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, join us…
The Sugar Apple Bonsai, which is also called Annona squamosa, is a cute little tree that draws in nature lovers with its beauty. Growing this tree can be fun and satisfying, especially for people who are just starting out. We’ll show you how to choose, care for, and enjoy your Sugar Apple Bonsai along the…
Pachira bonsai, or Pachira aquatica, is a famous indoor bonsai tree that is known for having pretty leaves and being easy to take care of. People think that this tree will bring them luck and money. It is also called the “money tree.” What is Pachira Bonsai ( Money Tree )? Pachira bonsai is a…
