Buttonwood bonsai, scientifically known as Conocarpus erectus, is a popular species of bonsai tree that originates from tropical and subtropical regions such as Florida, Central America, and the Caribbean. These trees are known for their hardiness and resilience to harsh weather conditions, which makes them an ideal choice for beginner bonsai enthusiasts who want to …
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Yamadori is the practice of bonsai collectors searching the forests and wilderness for trees to dig out, take home, and create bonsai with. Yamadori bonsai describes just one of many ways to begin creating bonsai trees. The word, literally translated from Japanese, means “collecting plants in the mountains.” The actual origin of bonsai most likely began with …
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Tanuki bonsai is a unique technique for making bonsai look much older than they are. Many traditional styles can be created by joining a live plant with a piece of dead wood. Other familiar names for Tanuki are deadwood bonsai and phoenix grafting. Although considered “phony bonsai” in some circles, Tanuki can be impressive when done …
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