Advice... as the old saying goes... is cheap... and in the case of the internet... plentiful. The problem is that some of that "free" information can "cost" you big time if it proves to be incorrect or incomplete. We believe that one of the primary functions of any web site should be to provide information. We are a teaching center with a website and so we feel an additional  responsibility to make sure the information we provide is accurate and reliable. It is impossible to cover every aspect of the art on this website,  but you will find useful information on a wide variety of bonsai topics. A good portion of the information listed here was originally prepared as printed handouts for Bonsai Learning Center classes and workshops.  Others we have added as time went along. We continue to add items to this area, so you may wish to check it occasionally to see if there are any new updates.

 

Things Beginners Should Know

Advice For Beginners

In the beginning there is a lot to learn.  Here's a few thoughts on how you should go about your search for information  and who you should be listening too.  

Why Is My Tree Dying?

Almost everyone has problems with their first bonsai.  Not to worry.  With a little big of information and a lot of good old common sense, you tree will get better... or not.   

What Is Good Bonsai?

Many elements help to create the illusion of old age in a bonsai.  Here are some of the elements you should be including in your bonsai and looking for when you go shopping for material. 

 

Showing Your Tree

One of the best things you can do in order to grow and develop in bonsai is to exhibit you trees along with others in a club or society show.  Here's some tips on how to get your tree ready for its first official public appearance.

Your First Bonsai

This site is still under construction.  Please check back later. 

Bonsai Truths

Some ultimate universal absolutes, which.... if they ain't the truth, sure do seem like they are most of the time. 

 A little humor.

 

 

More Information About

Containers For Bonsai

The right tree deserves the right pot.  Here's some help in understanding how to make the right choice when it comes

 to selecting a container for your bonsai.

 
Soil Mixtures For Bonsai

Possibly one of the most misunderstood of all bonsai activities is preparation and composition of the the "right" soil.
Fertilization Of Bonsai

An overview as well as a few tips on what your bonsai likes to eat and how he/she/it likes it cooked.
Wiring & Shaping Of Bonsai

A overview on the whole purpose of wire as used in the art as well as some helpful hints on how to apply it.  

 

 

 

Facts & Information About
Trident Maple Bonsai

 

Defoliation Technique on Deciduous Materials
Japanese Black Pine Bonsai

Needle Reduction Technique for Black Pine Only
Satsuki Azalea Bonsai
Dead Heading Blooms on Satsuki Azaleas

 

 

How To Create

 
Bunjin/Literati Bonsai
Cascade Bonsai
Raft Plantings
Forest Plantings

Tanuki/Phoenix Graft Bonsai