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Why Should You Use Bonsai Soil? (Why Potting Soil is Bad)

This pandemic has made most of us indulge ourselves in gardening. It is therapeutic to spend time planting more trees. But one needs proper research to keep them sustainable. Using the right amount of soil and the right type makes us perplexed to choose between so many options. The question may arise, is bonsai soil…

Do Bonsai Suffer ( Why It Isn’t Torture & Is Healthy )

A prime feature of practicing bonsai art is to control its growth. A lot of people think that this control might make the plant feel pain. Sometimes they might even assume that the plant is getting out of its natural growth process. And when we look at the methods of bonsai art, it is clear…

Best Bonsai Age To Begin Wiring For Optimal Growth

Wiring is an integral part of the bonsai. It provides your tree with the shape you want. You can say that this is the major “Art” aspect of your bonsai. Without wiring, your bonsai will not look as aesthetically pleasing as you might expect it to be. Now, many people new to the craft wonder,…

bonsai tree with wire on it encircling the branches

What is the Purpose Behind Bonsai Wiring?

When you own a bonsai tree, there are several important techniques you may need to learn to take care of it. After successfully developing a system for basic pruning and repotting, you may have many questions about how to get started with shaping your bonsai. And that is where bonsai wires come in. If you…

Are Money Trees a Type of Bonsai?

As an indoor houseplant, Money trees have a separate fanbase. Many believe that this plant is a symbol of prosperity and brings good luck to those who own it. But there is a lot of confusion surrounding whether or not is money tree a bonsai?  The money tree or Pachira Aquatica is not a type…

Bonsai Value [ Bonsai Market and Worth ]

A Bonsai tree is one of the most expensive species of plant on earth. Anybody who has no idea about the art of creating a Bonsai can not truly understand its value. It takes ages for a tiny tree to grow into a Bonsai. So, you must be wondering, how much do Bonsai sell for?…

Bonsai Fruit Trees [ Is it Edible & Any Side Effects ]

Despite how tiny they look, a bonsai tree is a full-sized tree that is kept miniature by applying various techniques. A popular misconception is that a bonsai tree is a small tree that can only grow fragrant flowers. But don’t be fooled by its miniature looks. If you are new to the world of bonsai…

Bonsai [ Are They Natural or Genetically Modified ]

Many people mistake “Bonsai” as the name of a tree whereas, it is but an art form one uses to grow any tree of their choice. This art form has been around for more than a thousand years and there are many popular misconceptions about it. If you are new to the world of bonsai,…

Bonsai is Ethically Sound: Why it Promotes Plant Health

The art of Bonsai has been the subject of controversy over the years. Many have questioned the ethics of Bonsai culture. There is an increasingly growing concern, are Bonsai trees cruel? The truth is rather far from this misconception.  The care of Bonsai is way more sophisticated than ordinary plants. Understandably, a potted plant does…

What Should You Name a Bonsai Tree?

Bonsai trees are a mark of living history that the Japanese have cultivated through many years. A sense of serenity comes with a bonsai plant, so many people choose to keep a bonsai in their homes to enhance the atmosphere. So, if you have a bonsai plant and you’re wondering, “What should I name my…

Woman spraying water on Japanese bonsai

How to Water a Bonsai Tree Indoors To Help Grow Strong

If you already have an indoor bonsai and wondering how to water the plant properly without killing it, this blog is for you. You might often struggle to figure out how to water it, without killing the bonsai. Some bonsai parents may struggle with overwatering it, while others may struggle with under-watering it. The three…

How to Manage A Dead Bonsai? [Can It Be Resurrected?]

Bonsai trees are exceptional, delicate, and in need of constant special care. If you are an amateur Bonsai owner, simple mistakes or neglect can cause your bonsai to die. Which is nothing out of the ordinary for most newbies. In this article, I will inform you of what to do with a dead bonsai tree….