Bonsai — pronounced “bone-zye” — is the art of growing a tree in a tray or pot. It’s a Japanese art form dating back to the 6th century, but it takes its inspiration from the even older ...

Growing a young bonsai into a form that resembles a mature tree requires regular pruning to encourage even growth and to remove dead limbs, foliage and errant branches. Take your time.

Bonsai gardening has long been admired for its ability to distill the vastness of nature into a single, elegant container. For minimalists, this unique practice captures the essence of “less is ...

Interest is growing in Kenya. “ The concept of bonsai isn’t new, but its exposure — especially in Nairobi — is still growing.

While bonsai is a historic Japanese art form dating back centuries, early artists were likely inspired by the Chinese practice of penjing, which can be traced to the Han dynasty some 2,000 years ago.

The art of bonsai involves pruning branches and roots in a way that keeps the tree healthy, but in miniature. “That’s how you get a tree to be 500 years old,” Geisinger said. “The oldest ...

If you love trees but don’t have space for them, bonsai is for you. With bonsai, you can grow mature trees that stay small and live for generations. It's an art form that brings the grandeur of ...

The Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave. in Gresham, offers “Art of Bonsai” classes from 1 to 3 p.m. the third Thursdays and third Saturdays of the month.

Bonsai tree turns 400 The National Bonsai and Penjing Museum marks the 400th anniversary of the Yamaki Pine, ... "This art form, when it's done well, it outlives you," James said, ...

Growing a bonsai is more than just caring for a miniature tree — it’s an art, a craft and an ancient meditative practice. Originating in China thousands of years ago, bonsai was later adapted ...