Why do bonsai leaves change colour in fall
Our bonsai put on a colourfull display in fall. But why do trees change colour?
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When growing bonsai, several steps need to be take to get to a well-shaped tree with nice ramification. In this page several methods are discussed for shaping the tree. Note that this page does not deal with the aesthetics, but really on the techniques that may be applied. From the proper way to apply wire to trimming for ramification. An overview below. Please follow the links to the more extended explanations.
Golden ratio in Bonsai
The golden ratio is often used in art en design. What is is, and how can you use the golden ratio in bonsai to your advantage!?
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Why is my tree not a bonsai?
Most people growing bonsai have been there at some point. You are excited. You join a forum because you have just bought your first bonsai. So you post your tree online and ask the forum for input on your very first starter bonsai tree. And then you get a few grumpy remarks.
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Developing bonsai maple branches – spring work
With spring in full swing in Texas, USA, Scott Barboza has worked on one of his maple bonsai in development again. On one of the well known bonsai forums (bonsainut) …
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Defoliating bonsai
Defoliating Bonsai can be usefull
It is used for a range of reasons. From improving branching to redistributing energy.
Size Matters
How big are bonsai?
It is an important question to ask yourself when you start off with bonsai. Because the trees are small, but still fairly big. How big..?
Rating Bonsai Example 1
Rating bonsai is a profession in itself.
And after competitions often the judges face a hard time defending their choices. But even during cclub nights discussions may run high when discussing trees of members. This page aims at setting some guidelines for discussing trees.