In the natural world, early growth of the seed is stimulated by the cold and damp of winter – the shell softens and bacteria of the soil aids the process. By planting the seed in the fall, it will begin its transformation slowly and naturally. Artificially, the same natural scenario...continue

To ensure the bonsai is adequately watered, dip the pot, up to the base of the tree, in a container full of water once a month. Leave the tree for a few minutes to absorb the water and then remove to drain. Make sure the pot is allowed to drain to prevent root rot...continue

The bonsai gardening soil is composed of both organic and inorganic components. Inorganic elements like Ash, Clay and Granite are a determining factor in water retention and nutrient supply for your bonsai plants. Clay retains water rather well...continue

The Moyogi Art of Bonsai or Informal Upright is similar, though less symmetrical in form, to the Chokkan bonsai. Training of the branches is the same with the exception of the top where they are made to bend toward the observer. The trunks of Moyogi bonsai...continue

Planting during the fall will allow the seed to undergo this process naturally and slowly. A perfectly valid and artificial technique of preparing a seed is called 'cold stratification'. This consists, basically, of preparing a seed via artificial means by placing it inside a tub in a...continue

Feeding the plants ought to be done every 3 to 4 weeks starting in early spring. A man-made fertilizer can often be harsh, so needs to be used with care to accommodate the ideal proportions. Half strength of 20-20-20 NPK is ideal...continue