Pine trees make beautiful bonsais and are a popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts worldwide.  However, keep in mind that this species requires specific pruning, wiring, and care. To bonsai a…

Jade plants are a fine choice in which to apply the art and craft of bonsai because they’re low maintenance, easy to grow, and can tolerate beginner’s missteps. To bonsai…

While the process of keeping a bonsai alive can be intimidating for beginning bonsai enthusiasts, know that signs of ill-health don’t necessarily mean your tree will die.  Most bonsai trees…

The mysterious and often high-maintenance bonsai tree is beloved for its miniature size.  Yet, to the uninitiated, a bonsai tree is just a beautiful plant.  But long-time practitioners of the…

Taking care of a bonsai tree may seem complicated, and it sometimes can be.  However, anyone can raise a bonsai if they are willing to put in the work to…

Moss provides a beautiful base for your bonsai tree, but don’t expect moss to grow on your bonsai on its own.  You’ll need to learn the following steps to grow…

Bonsaiing a plant can seem intimidating, but with the proper guidance, anyone can make one of these gorgeous creations.  To bonsai almost any species of plant, you’ll need to: Pick…

If you have a bonsai that you’ve worked so hard to perfect, you may be wondering if it can survive the winter outdoors.  And this question is quite important because…

Caring for bonsai trees is a unique art form, different from how you would manage other plants.  Looking after non-bonsai plants involves re-potting them frequently to allow the root systems…

After years of work, finding that your bonsai has become brittle can be quite upsetting.  Yet, rest assured, there are ways to counteract this issue.  Three major complications cause a…

Wire-training bonsai trees isn’t exactly a necessity, but it can be an extremely beneficial way to guide their growth and design.  To train a bonsai with wire, you need to…

The art of bonsai is a beautiful practice that helps promote discipline and creativity. And you can bonsai almost any tree species, so what about a palm tree? You can…