Styling
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.
Creating a Juniper bonsai rock planting
Putting together a bonsai on a rock planting can seem difficult. In practice, it could be straightforward. Learn how to create a bonsai on a rock planting!
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Making Hawthorn bonsai flower
Hawthorn bonsai are great. Old, cracked bark, small fissured leaves and an abundance of flowers. But getting one too flower might be difficult. Some tips!
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Developing Taxus bonsai
Taxus is one of the best species for bonsai. It is however a species with a few special tricks. So how to start on a yew bonsai?
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Trim for growth
Springtime is the period to redirect your growth. This creatagus is one of the first to receive spring treatment.
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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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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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