About Bonsai Basic Styling

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

Bonsai, as a Japanese art form, is more regulated than it’s Chinese counterpart, the penjing. Bonsai attempts to achieve the ideal tree, while penjing attempts to reproduce nature. This is why perfect styling exists in bonsai if you obey the ‘rules’, while penjing leave you free to your creation. As a result these are the basic styles :

Broom (Hokidachi or Hoki-zukuri)

A very harmonious style, this form has branches that develop at a certain height, forming an upside broom. This styling is mainly achieved through a technique called the “V” cut. The trunk is chopped where you want the branch to start to develop and then a deep V cut is performed on the remaining trunk. This will induce buds to break near the cut. Zelkova serrata are notorious for this styling but maple and other deciduous species can easily be styled that way.

Formal Upright (Chokkan)

A tree styled the “chokkan” way has a straight trunk tapering graciously from bottom to top. The first and biggest branch is often situated at 1/3 of the desired height of the tree and is on the right or the left. The following branch is situated on the opposite side, while the third is in the back creating the perception depth. As we look at the branch structure from bottom to top, the branches are getting thinner, creating a pyramidal shape.

Informal Upright (Moyogi)

This style is very similar to the previously mentionned style as the same rules of design apply, however, the trunk is not straight but rather forms a sinuous shape while remaining tapered. This style is commonly used with conifers.

Slanting (Shakan)

Once again, this style is the same as the formal upright except that the trunk is leaning on one side. Branches are grown uniformly on the trunk like the formal/informal upright styles but the apex is tilted to the opposite side of the trunk giving a visual balanced effect.

Cascade (Kengai)

This styling requires an inclined trunk that is preferably at a 45 degree angle. The major portion of the foliage is below the pot line and sometimes goes beyond the pot itself. It often represents a tree growing on the side of cliff. A deep pot is used for this style.

Semi-cascade (Han-Kengai)

Similar to the Kengai style, this style also has an inclinated trunk. However, the foliage remains at the height of the pot line. In nature, we can see this style near a waterway, the foliage having grown on the side and leaning towards the water. While the cascade style uses a deeper pot, this style uses a medium depth pot.

Windswept (Fukinagashi)

A “windswept” tree represents a tree that has been growing in a certain shape due to natural elements . Often caused by strong wind, the trunk is always inclinated in a certain direction and all branches have grown on the same side.

Literati (Bunjin)

This styling is often represented in Japanese paintings. It is a tree with a tall and sinuous trunk. The foliage only grows near the summit of the tree. This styling is somewhat an exception to the rigorous rules of bonsai because it does not have specific rules. It represents what the bunjin movement is in Japan: the search for liberty.

Group/Forest (Yose-ue)

This styling often represents a forest or a small cluster of trees. It is supposed to be styled in a way that will clearly represent the growing habits of trees in a group. Many techinques can be used to achieve this styling and many perception techniques are used to create the illusion of a forest, or as Naka would say, “having the quality of the invisible beauty of nature”. To respect the Japanese art form, an odd number of trees is prefered for this styling.

Raft (Ikadabuki)

The same rules of the group planting apply to this style. However, all of the trunks emerge from one common trunk. This technique is often achieved with a branch placed verticaly in the soil. The roots form this branch and the upper part of the vertical branch develop secondary branches that will eventually become the trunks.

Multi-trunk Style (Sokan - Sankan)

This multi-trunk style has different possibilities. The first, which is called “Sokan”, consists of two trunks emerging from the same visible roots (nebari). The styling of the upper part of the tree must respect the same rules as the formal / informal upright styles previously described. Another variance consists of the same but with three trunks emerging from the visible roots. This is called “Sankan”. You can also have more than three trunks but to respect Japanese bonsai, it is prefered to have an odd number of trunks.

Roots Over Rock (Ishitsuki)

This styling has the specific charactreristics of having many visible roots growing over a rock and finding their way to the pot/soil.

We hope this as been an informative experience from you.

Patrick from Misho Bonsai seeds

Avid full time hobby bonsai grower. As been practicing bonsai and gardening for more then 8 years. Owner of http://www.mishobonsai.com, a website with resource for Bonsai seeds and tree seeds.

Related Articles:-

An Introductory Guide To Bonsai

Bonsai Tips

Bonsai Tips

how to make bonsai

History of Bonsai

plastic bonsai

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

how do i replant a bonsai tree the bonsai tree by marge piercy silk bonsai tree cedar azalea bonsai tree ancient bonsai tree bonsai tree elm bonsai tree gifts how to wire a bonsai tree bonsai tree silhouette artifical bonsai tree mini bonsai tree myspace backgrounds bonsai tree kusamura bonsai tree bonsai tree sales indoor bonsai tree light bonsai tree bush mini garden bonsai tree houston tx caring for your bonsai tree japanese bonsai tree auckland mini bonsai tree garden kit bonsai tree in bulk cascade style bonsai tree free instructions how to grow a bonsai tree how to grow a 6 inch miniature bonsai tree bonsai tree forums how to look after a bonsai tree when do i plant my bonsai tree

how to grow a miniature bonsai tree hawaiian canopy bonsai tree plastic bonsai tree bonsai tree care types bonsai tree karate uniforms bonsai tree dwarf jade allintitle bonsai tree world com mature bonsai tree is the bonsai tree considered a money tree site www.greendragonbonsai.co.uk bonsai tree bonsai tree food miracid mimosa bonsai tree (albizia julibrissin) full grown bonsai tree bonsai tree care instruction bonsai tree fig bonsai tree -seeds -seed bonsai tree background bonsai tree problems birch bonsai tree bonsai tree doctor california bonsai tree guide houston bonsai tree tx retail bonsai tree supplys cheap japanese azalea bonsai tree bonsai tree international shipping grow bonsai tree bonsai tree, lowell, ma bonsai tree seattle how to tell is a bonsai tree is dead where can you purchase a bonsai tree in estes park bonsai tree from china

Related Articles:-

About Bonsai Basic Styling

plastic bonsai

Growing An Indoor Bonsai

Indoor Bonsai Care

The Bonsai Basics

Growing An Indoor Bonsai

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

Indoor bonsai has been described in different ways. Some describe indoor bonsai as a plant grown inside the house, a plant grown in a greenhouse, or a plant grown outdoors but brought indoor during winter. Some experts on the subject even denies the existence of true indoor bonsai as they reason that bonsais, whether grown outdoor or indoor will always follow its genetic composition - that is to have enough source of light in order to survive. Whatever the description is, growing bonsai indoor needs special skills and knowledge.

When growing bonsai indoors, the problem most growers encountered is the provision of adequate amount of light. Indoor bonsai plants must be placed in a well-lighted location like the windows. The nearer the indoor bonsai is from the window, the better is the growth of the plant. When a bonsai is placed at the window, rotating the bonsai is a must. As the bonsai ages, its branches and leaves tend to tilt towards the sunlight. Rotating the pot will enable all the parts of the bonsai to receive the amount of light needed.

In the absence of the natural light, artificial lighting can be employed provided the correct lamp or bulb is used. The common household lamps or bulbs do not emit the right amount of energy in order for the plant to undergo the process of photosynthesis. Without proper lighting, the bonsai plant becomes pale, long and limp. An expert advice on the appropriate lamp to use is needed when planning to employ the artificial lighting method.

Plants from the tropical regions thrive well as indoor bonsais. Some of them are conifers, flower-bearing, fruit-bearing and/or leaved plants from the tropical or subtropical regions. The following are some of the plants that can be grown indoors.

 

• 1. Atlas Cedar
• 2. Australian Brush Cherry
• 3. Bougainvillea
• 4. Boxwood
• 5. Buddhist Pine
• 6. Bunya-bunya
• 7. Calamondin Orange
• 8. Camellia
• 9. Cedar of Lebanon
• 10. Chinese Bird Plum
• 11. Chinese Elm
• 12. Chinese Hibiscus
• 13. Chinese Pepper Tree
• 14. Common Olive
• 15. Dwarf Myrtle
• 16. Dwarf pomegranate
• 17. English/Common Ivy
• 18. Firethorn
• 19. Fukien Tea
• 20. Gardenia
• 21. Heavenly/Sacred bamboo
• 22. Hedge Sageretia
• 23. Himalayan Cedar
• 24. Indian Laurel
• 25. Italian Cypress
• 26. Japanese Cedar
• 27. Japanese/Chinese Privet
• 28. Lady's Eardrops
• 29. Natal Plum
• 30. Norfolk Island Pine
• 31. Orange/Star Jasmine
• 32. Redwood
• 33. Rockspray Cotoneaster
• 34. Rosemary
• 35. Round Kumquat
• 36. Satsuki Azalea
• 37. Thorny Eleagnus
• 38. Tree of a Thousand Stars
• 39. Weeping Fig

 

Fruit-bearing plants developed as indoor bonsais bear fruit when given special care. Fig trees although can be grown as indoor bonsai need more sunlight than what is available indoors. Conifer trees are harder to manage than the other varities. When a grower plans to cultivate fruit-bearing bonsai, special care must be given so that the plant will bear flowers and fruits.

A common misconception about indoor bonsai is that it must be kept inside the house or under the shade starting from the early stage of cultivation until the bonsai reaches its potential growth. Another misconception is that bonsai grown indoors should not be subjected to direct sunlight. Only those who have taken extra effort to find out more about growing bonsai know that bonsai, whether indoor or outdoor must have an excellent source of sunlight, humidity, fertilizer and moisture content. Too much supply of anything can bring damage to the bonsai. So, anyone who plans to grown indoor bonsai must study the specific needs of that particular plant or tree.

Avid full time hobby bonsai grower. As been practicing bonsai and gardening for more then 8 years. Owner of http://www.mishobonsai.com, a website with ressource for Bonsai seeds and tree seeds.

Related Articles:-

Bonsai Basics

Introduction to Bonsai

Mini Bonsai – How They Differ from Regular Bonsai

Introducing The Kengai Style Of Bonsai Art Of Favo...

Bored With Basic Bonsai? Try These Advanced Bonsai...

Bonsai Basics

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

The Bonsai Tree

The bonsai tree is not 'just another house plant' and fans of Bonsai cultivation need to have great patience and perseverance because it can take quite a few years for a bonsai to fully grow and flourish. One thing is certain, though, given the right approach, the end result is very rewarding.

Bonsai history

The actual name 'bonsai' is made up of two Japanese words, the word 'bon', which translates as 'shallow container' or tray, and 'sai' which is a plant or planting.

China is the country where the art of bonsai actually originated, but it is japan that has really devloped the art of bonsai since the eighth century. There is also a theory that proposes that planting trees in small trays for artistic reasons may have started in india or pakistan.

Whatever the truth, it seems that the growth in popularity of Bonsai is linked with buddhism as zen promotes creating works of art as an essential extension of the self , and the artist's spirituality In fact, the care and growth of a bonsai is seen as a type of meditation.

Today, the care and growth of Bonsai trees is a very popular hobby that is practised throughout the world, and brings enjoyment to many millions.

How to start - the essentials

In bonsai you are actually miniaturising nature. This is done primarily by cutting back the roots of a very young tree..

Bonsai trees can be grown from seeds or cuttings, but that is usually quite hard and it is perhaps a better idea for the complete beginner to buy a 'ready grown' bonsai tree from a bonsai grower and continue with the artisitic work that has already been done.

There are a selection of essential tools and equipment that are vital to keep a bonsai tree.

Bonsai tools for trimming foliage and roots are obviously important. These tools are small, sharp and often expensive, so think twice before making any rash purchases and it would be worthwhile to consult a good book on bonsai tree cultivation before making any expensive purchases.

Copper wire is also essential. It is wound around the trunk of a sapling, so that the trunk can be bent into the required shape and style ( and there are many different styles). Copper wire is also commonly used around the roots of a tree to anchor it into a shallow pot.

The choice of pot or container is also essential as it should reflect the sort of tree or plant you have chosen as well as the style of tree you want to cultivate. Whatever you choose, the pot should not be glazed on the inside and should have good drainage.

Some popular choices of Bonsai are the Japanese Maple, Junipers, the Japanese Black Pine and Star Magnolias.

Ekaterina Wakefield is a staff writer at: Kyoto Bonsai Trees, offering a range of Bonsai Trees and Bonsai pots and tools.

Related Articles:-

Silk Bonsai Trees

Bonsai Care - The Hawaiian Umbrella Tree

Bonsai Trees

bonsai history

Bonsai Trees

The Most Important Tools Used for Shaping Bonsai Trees

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

 

There are three tools that are essential to even beginning the process of shaping a tree for bonsai. First you need a pair of Shears, which will allow you to do the fine work of trimming in a small space. These scissors should be sharp and you should only use them for bonsai work. You may want to try a small set of pruning shears to start with.

The most important piece of equipment is Concave cutters; allow you to cut branches off of the tree and leave behind a concave wound. The wound will heal much faster than a straight cut, and will callous over in such a way as to make it very difficult to tell a cut has been made at all.

Another important piece of equipment is wire cutters. Sometimes you will want to position and train branches; for this you will use some chopper wire, which very flexible to bent, and after that sets and holds her position. You will need the wire cutters after completing this kind of work and you are satisfied with the shape and you will have to take off the wire. These wire cutters allow you to cut the wire right up to the tree's bark, without harming the tree. Other tools could be very helpful in working with trees; they make certain tasks easier and allow you to do more things with your trees; but are not as necessary as the ones presented above:

• Knob Cutters are very similar to the concave cutters listed above, except that they have a spherical head, which allows you to cut branches and leave a small hollowed out scar.

• Sometimes you will have to deal with branches larger than the diameter of either concave or knob cutters; for this you should use a folding saw; are very important for working with big trees.

• When you are working with really small trees or really twiggy growth where it is hard to get larger shears in close you will need a pair of small scissors. If you have to deal with small trees or you want to do detail work on smaller trees.

• When you need to repot a tree, first you will need to clear away dirt from the root ball, for this you will need to have a root rake. It is used to comb out the roots and to remove dirt.

• Tweezers have all sorts of purposes in bonsai; from pinching back new growth and pruning to removing unwanted objects from your bonsai. Most bonsai tweezers will have a small trowel on the end, useful for patting down moss, sowing seeds, and many other odds and ends.

If you want to find more about Bonsai Trees, check my newest e-book about bonsai care. It is called The Secrets of Bonsai and it is very informative.

Sincerely, Marcian Bogaciu

http://www.best-web-stuff.com

Related Articles:-

Are You Killing Your Bonsai Tree?

Bonsai and Tree Cultivation as an Art Form

The Secrets To Pruning A Bonsai Tree

3 Tips On Taking Care Of A Bonsai Tree

5 Tips On Caring For A Bonsai Tree

Important First Steps In How To Care For Bonsai Trees

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

The care for bonsai trees is a great hobby. However, for a lot of beginners, they find their newly acquired bonsai dead within the first couple of weeks after bringing them home. Bonsai trees are very sensitive to their environment. Following below are a few tips to remember in how to care for bonsai trees.

Bonsai pot

The pot or container to hold the plant is very important. They can range from cedar boxes, to earthenware pots to glazed porcelain. But make certain they have a drain hole so that excess water can drain away. The shape of the container is selected dependent on the style of the plant, from wide and shallow to tall and compact.

The plant is usually planted off-center in the pot to give it that aesthetic effect.

Pruning

Both root pruning and branch pruning is necessary to maintain good health of the plant. Trimming or pruning of the tree branches is important to maintain the shape of the tree, while pruning of the roots, usually done when the tree is transplanted, is important in keeping the tree as a dwarf plant The shaping of the plant is also aided by the proper use of wiring the branches to the desired shape.

Watering

Watering is critical to the proper care of bonsai trees. Bonsai plants must be watered thoroughly when they become slightly dry. Any excess water will drain out through the drain holes in the container. Usually this means every other day in the summer, and every week or so in the winter. But don't submerge the plant in water. And the soil does not hold nutrients very well, so be prepared to fertilize regularly..

Winter care

If your bonsai is an outdoor plant, it already is a hardy species and can survive the winter weather conditionally. If the winter temperatures normally stay above freezing, simply mulch the plant to just below the first branch. If your plant is potted and the winter temperatures normally fall below freezing, it would be best if the plant is brought into a shed or cold-frame for the duration of winter.

Just follow these few important steps in how to care for bonsai trees and your bonsai trees will stay healthy and attractive for many years to come.

Gary Machado is an internet marketer and writes on a variety of topics of interest. Did you find these tips on how to take care of bonsai trees useful? You can learn a lot more about how to grow and maintain your bonsai by going to: http://www.usfreeads.com/883649-cls.html

Related Articles:-

How To Grow A Bonsai Tree

An Introduction to the Bonsai Tree

Feeding Your Bonsai Tree

Bonsai Tree Care Instructions

Bonsai Tree Care

Essential Advice On Pruning & Caring For Your Bonsai Tree

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

Many people who embark on Bonsai shy away from pruning or sculpting their miniature tree. Short term this shouldn't cause too many problems. However, as time goes by and your Bonsai continues to grow the need for pruning becomes a necessity in order to maintain the health of the tree.

The art of Bonsai is to mimic a naturally growing tree but in miniature. This can only be achieved by the careful pruning of both branches and roots, and is something that should be encouraged to any wannabe Bonsai master.

So if your Bonsai is starting to look a little tired and past its best, it maybe time to whip out those secateurs and give your miniature tree a haircut. Before you do however its important to have an understanding of what it is you are trying to achieve. Its best therefore to have a design or sketch at the ready so you can easily refer too when you are unsure of what to sculpt.

Make sure also that your secateurs are sharp and designed for the job in hand. An investment into a quality set will ensure good clean cuts, vital for snipping away unwanted foliage without snagging your Bonsai and thereby causing possible disease.

With design at hand its time to start sculpting. When pruning you should always trim back to new growth. This will ensure that new buds will route the direction the bud is facing, thereby, enabling you to have more control on the way your Bonsai grows.

With unwanted leaves and foliage a popular Bonsai technique to master is ‘finger pruning'. This method of shaping your tree involves rolling the unwanted growth between thumb and forefinger before a final twist to remove the surplus. It's a good idea to practice this method on something other than your Bonsai first as you can cause substantial damage to the trunk if the motion isn't continuous and precise.

Now that the top of your Bonsai has been dealt with its a good idea to consider root pruning too. Its generally okay to remove about one third of the root ball every few years. This will ensure your Bonsai tree remains perfectly balanced both above and below soil level. Now is also the perfect time to refresh your Bonsai soil with some new quality replacement. A little bit of fertilizer thrown into the mix can also be beneficial to your miniature tree too.

Remember to water your Bonsai tree regularly whilst making sure it never dries out or becomes drenched with water. Trying to keep the soil consistently moist by watering daily is likely to be more beneficial in the long run.

By following the steps above your Bonsai tree should appreciate its new makeover and gradually recover its lost beautiful.

For more top tips on Bonsai Tree Pruning including Bonsai Tree Care make sure you visit How To Grow A Bonsai Tree today

Related Articles:-

Bonsai Basics

Introduction to Bonsai

Mini Bonsai – How They Differ from Regular Bonsai

Introducing The Kengai Style Of Bonsai Art Of Favo...

Bored With Basic Bonsai? Try These Advanced Bonsai...

How To Grow A Bonsai Tree

>>  Click Here To Know HOW You Can Grow Your Own Bonsai Tree

If you want to know how to grow a bonsai tree than you will want to read this article as I am going to share with you some tips on how to do it and I truly hope that you get the information you need to get started growing beautiful bonsai trees.

Here are the tips on how to grow a bonsai tree:

Take regular care of your tree - It's not enough to just wait for your tree to turn into something beautiful without paying any attention to it and in nearly every case it just won't do that, I suggest you check up on your tree at least once a day and make sure everything is in order.

Make sure your tree gets plenty of water - Water is important to a bonsai tree's growth and so you will want to make sure that your tree is kept with plenty of water on a regular basis, this will help it grow into the best it can be.

Different seasons have different affects - It is important that you know and understand the different affects that the seasons will have on your tree, otherwise your tree may not last too long, depending on the conditions it is in.

Display it perfectly - The display is a huge part of how your bonsai tree looks, you need to display it in a way that really let's the beauty shine through but also at the same time it makes sure that the tree is safe and will not get damaged.

These are just a few tips on how to grow a bonsai tree and I hope that you make use of them when growing your own trees, remember that growing bonsai is a very enjoyable and fun experience and you can make the most stunning trees you can imagine.

Grab Your FREE Ebook That Reveals The Secrets To Growing Beautiful Bonsai Trees:

==> http://www.bonsaitreecareinfo.com/

It's So Simple You Won't Believe It!

Related Articles:-

Artificial bonsai tree

Wiring Your Bonsai Garden

Taking Care Of Bonsai Trees

10 Steps To A Perfect Bonsai Garden

Bonsai Seed Tree