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Introduction to bonsai tree growing: an overview
from: Cristina Diaz GarciaThe art of growing bonsais is an ancient oriental tradition, in
which bonsai means "tray gardening". There are traces of bonsais
(miniature trees or bushes) in Egypt, Japan and China, and it
was considered that the miniature tree would have concentrated
the powers of the actual-size tree.
Bonsai trees require a lot of care. The branches, leaves and
roots need regular pruning to maintain the shape of the plant.
Pinching is also required and even the use of small wires to
keep the branches growing in a certain way.
Because the root system is very small, bonsais need to be
watered regularly and properly. They are also very sensitive to
excesive heat (which makes water evaporate quicker), sun and
wind.
Keeping bonsais in their shape is all an art and there are
different styles that apply to different types of bonsai trees.
The basic five styles are: formal upright, informal upright,
cascade, semi cascade, and windswept.
The cascade style is probaby the most interesting to display, as
the branches of the tree eventually reach a level below the base
of the pot.
For the Japanese, bonsais have aesthetic beauty and are meant to
evoke the spirit of the plant being used. This may also include
the use of rocks, mountains or water features to recreate the
surroundings of the actual tree in reality.
This also includes choosing the most appropriate bonsai for an
environment. There are indoor and outdoor bonsais, and the
Japanese placed them to suit a certain space with a type of
spirit. Not all bonsai trees should be, according to this
tradition, displayed in any place.
A bonsai is a very elegant tree to display outdoors, and it
makes an interesting choice for an indoor spot. Get yourself
started today with a Dwarf Japanese Garden Juniper (considered
by some as the best bonsai for a beginner) and enhance the
appearance of your chosen spot.
About the author:
Cristina Diaz Garcia is the Author and Founder of the "Beautiful
Gardens Email Club". Visit her page for an useful Pot Gardening
free report at
http://www.soapystuff.com/free-garden-reports.html
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