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  1. Definition and meaning of Bonsai - Bonsai Empire

    Bonsai defined The word “Bon-sai” (often misspelled as bonzai or banzai) is a Japanese term which, literally translated, means “planted in a container”. This ar...

  2. How to grow a Bonsai tree, for beginners - Bonsai Empire

    Most people are introduced to Bonsai by purchasing a cheap, pre-made bonsai tree. Although this is without a doubt the easiest way to get started, it's much more interesting, cost-effective, and …

  3. Growing and caring for a Bonsai tree - Bonsai Empire

    Bonsai Empire is a community built by enthusiasts and experts from around the world. We introduce you to the fascinating and living art of Bonsai, and help you get started!

  4. What is Bonsai (Origin and History) - Bonsai Empire

    Bonsai defined The word “Bon-sai” (often misspelled as bonzai or banzai) is a Japanese term which, literally translated, means “planted in a container”. This ar...

  5. Bonsai tree care and maintenance - Bonsai Empire

    Bonsai tree care Though Bonsai trees are more delicate than the average indoor plant, a few basic rules should enable anyone to take care of their tree properly. Pay particular attention to where you place …

  6. Top 10: Chinese Penjing trees - Bonsai Empire

    The main difference between Bonsai and Penjing is that Bonsai is a more refined, stylistic depiction of nature (often in single tree displays), whereas Penjing ...

  7. ID my Bonsai, tree identification guide - Bonsai Empire

    The silver birch is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia and is well-known for its characteristic white bark. It can reach a height of up to 25 meters (80ft) with a slender trunk which …

  8. Where to find Bonsai trees for sale - Bonsai Empire

    There are hundreds of nurseries specialized in selling Bonsai trees worldwide. We have listed Bonsai shops in the US, Canada, UK, Canada, Australia and several ...

  9. Common tree species used for Bonsai - Bonsai Empire

    In this section, we'll take a closer look into tree-species that are used for growing Bonsai, and Bonsai tree types. Each tree species has specific requirements for its cultivation, training, and care, so …

  10. Watering Bonsai; how to water your trees - Bonsai Empire

    The most important part of taking care of your Bonsai trees is watering. How often a tree needs to be watered depends on several factors such as; species of the tree, size of the tree, size of the pot, time …