A garden gazebo is a perfect way to accent your garden. Imagine being able to walk along the path between the koi pond and the flowers, the hedges and the willow tree, pausing to rest on a bench inside a gazebo. Its shade will comfort you, and its architecture will add that special geometric touch […]
Planning Your Patio Garden
A patio can be a wonderful place to relax during the warm days of spring, summer and autumn; or all year if you live in warmer climes. At times when the lawn may be too wet or even muddy, the solid floor of a patio means you can sit outside even after heavy rain and […]
Palm Trees – Uses And Locations
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History of the Bonsai
History of Bonsai While the art of Bonsai has long been associated with Japan, it actually originated first in China, and then spread eastward to Korea and then Japan. The art of Bonsai was spread by Buddhist monks who wished to bring the “outdoors” inside their temples. From ancient paintings and manuscripts, we know that […]
Bonsai Trees for Beginners
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Bonsai FAQ
Practiced for centuries in China and Japan, Bonsai is the reproduction of natural tree forms in miniature. A Bonsai is a living miniature tree in an attractive pot that increase in beauty and value as they mature over the years. Bonsai simply translates as “tree in a pot”. How hard is it to grow & maintain […]
Introduction to the Art of Bonsai
The definition of the term “Bonsai” is : a plant, usually a tree or shrub, that is grown in a container and made to look like a mature tree through the use of various training techniques. The plant usually does not exceed 1 meter in height. The art of Bonsai as we know it traces […]
5 Quick Gardening Tips to Save You Money
It’s easy to spend a fortune every year creating a beautiful yard. These five tips can help save you money in both this, and future gardening seasons. 1. Plan your vegetable garden according to what your neighbors are planting so you can share your vegetables when they’re ready for eating. Often I’ve had too many […]