by bonsailearningcenter | Feb 25, 2016 | Bonsai Learning Articles
The validity of creating a single bonsai from two separate sources of plant material (one of which has been long dead) has often been a matter of considerable debate within the western bonsai community. Such creations are referred to by the Japanese as “tanuki” bonsai...
by bonsailearningcenter | Feb 24, 2016 | Bonsai Learning Articles
Literati bonsai is an “approach” or “interpretation” within bonsai and not a specific style in and of itself. It is somewhat difficult to describe. However, we shall try. Consider the following comments by bonsai artist Harry Tomlinson: Also called bunjin, this style...
by bonsailearningcenter | Mar 27, 2015 | Bonsai Learning Articles
Bonsai Fertilization A proper program of fertilization is important for the cultivation of all types of plants, but is of particular importance when growing bonsai. There are two reasons for this. First, bonsai are grown in containers. This means there is very little...
by bonsailearningcenter | Mar 26, 2015 | Bonsai Learning Articles
A Little Bonsai Advice For Beginners By Randy Clark, Charlotte, NC If you are reading this we make the assumption that you are new to the world of bonsai. If so, there are a few things we would like to tell you and a little friendly bonsai advice we would like to pass...
by bonsailearningcenter | Mar 20, 2015 | Bonsai Learning Articles
Bonsai Materials Finding The Right Bonsai Materials By Randy Clark, Charlotte, NC Almost any plant material that grows anywhere in the world can be trained as bonsai. Practically speaking, however, some varieties work a lot better than others. You will find a partial...
