Bonsai trees are more like a piece of living art than a houseplant. Choosing the right tree or shrub to cultivate makes all ...

As a longtime member of the Santa Barbara Bonsai Club, Witham had a vested interest in promoting the bonsai cause. The club hosts meetings and workshops at Bethany Congregational Church and has about ...

Good things really do come in small packages. Think of an unexpected check inside a birthday envelope or a certain sparkly something in a little velvet box. For lovers of bonsai, a traditional ...

Taking care of and enjoying your bonsai tree can reduce stress and create a beautiful plant. Here's how to prune yours ...

In the wild, ponderosa pine trees tower higher than 250 feet. White pine trees grow to 75 feet and black pines can reach 100 feet. Yet, Dr. Mike Andrews’ prized pine trees top out at a few feet.

Incorporating bonsai trees into zen gardens can take the serenity of the space up a notch. By placing these miniature trees in sand or gravel, you create a peaceful environment that encourages ...

Alameda’s Jonas Dupuich is a giant in the world of bonsai — he teaches and lectures and runs the popular Bonsai Tonight blog, and his book, “The Little Book of Bonsai,” was published last year by Ten ...

There is something magnificent and satisfying about watching a tree develop over time, from seedling to spreading canopy or tall conifer. But we don’t all have the space in our gardens for multiple ...

As gardeners, so often our dream is to grow bigger plants faster. How many times have we stood over balky transplants and threatened, “Just grow, dammit!” The ancient art of bonsai is all about growth ...

This month, Filoli is sharing its entire collection of bonsai trees for the first time. Courtesy Filoli. Filoli is going small this month. The grand estate known for its huge gardens, immense house ...