Pre bonsai

Before & after Swamp paperback (Melaleuca ericfolia) by Gerard Schoofs. No dramatic change here, just some deft trimming that opens the branches up enough for a bird to fly through (inspired by John Naka) Today we've got another bonsai that looks like a tree (remember John Naka's quote* from last week?). It's a Melaleuca ericifolia, commonly known as Swamp paperbark. It's in the Myrtle family, Myrtaceae and is native to south-eastern Australia By the way, if you think you've seen this tree

El artista es Paolo Salemi: "Thuja, antes y después de 5 años. Comienzo a trabajar en este árbol en el 2012"

Bonsai has traditional criteria for choosing a pot based on shape, size and color. Most trees will need bigger pots early in their training.

We all enjoy trees in our garden and the local area. Many home gardeners do not realise that trees just like other plants need some basic care. Here is a few tips that ensure the health of your tre…

There are two goals when developing pre-bonsai trunks: create interesting movement, and minimize flaws.

Watch Update at http://youtu.be/Uw1rsxywTyUThis is more like a beginner's video to a miniature Formal Upright style bonsai (well, more like a pre-bonsai) tha...

Pre bonsai are plants that have received some limited bonsai training, making them excellent beginner bonsai trees. Check out Bonsai Made Simple’s guide explaining the advantages that pre bonsai offer and what characteristics to look for when choosing a pre bonsai tree. | #bonsaimadesimple #beginnerbonsaitree #bonsaiforbeginners #howtobonsai #bonsai

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Robusta green juniper bonsai just after wiring.

Tanuki is the process of combining deadwood with a live plant, creating the appearance of an aged bonsai. Learn this easy bonsai method.