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Types of Bonsai plants

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The art of growing tiny trees or plants resembling trees in containers is called Bonsai. Bonsai is a hobby for people and such plants are cultivated through regular cultivation techniques like root reduction, potting and grafting. The knowledge about types of Bonsai plants is necessary to make decision on growing a particular Bonsai type. The selling of Bonsai plantlets has also become a business in recent days.

You can begin narrowing down your choices of bonsai plants by choosing between winter-hardy trees, shrubs, and conifers, or tropical and sub-tropical plants. The winter-hardy varieties are generally grown and displayed outdoors, while the tropical and sub-tropical plants are more typically grown indoors.
Following are just a few examples of the types of plants that are commonly used in bonsai, are generally easy to find, and are suitable for the beginning, but future bonsai master:

The Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) is a deciduous tree that has green leaves in the spring which turn a beautiful rich red during the summer and a brilliant red in the autumn. It can withstand full sun during the summer but will require protection from cold winds and severe frost during the winter. It does best with small but frequent watering, and the soil should not be allowed to dry out between watering.

The Chinese Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis) is a bushy evergreen conifer with dark green, needle-shaped foliage, and reddish-brown bark. Place it in full sun during summer months but protect the needles from extreme cold and frost in the winter. The soil should be kept moist throughout both the summer and the winter, making sure not to let the soil dry out completely during winter.

The Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) is a hardy deciduous tree when kept outdoors, but will be an evergreen if kept as an indoor bonsai. The glossy, leathery leaves are often still present midway through winter. The plant should be placed in a sunny, but wind-sheltered area in the summer, and placed indoors in a cool room with good light during the winter. Keep the soil moist all summer, and then only keep the soil barely moist during the winter after the leaves have fallen off the tree.

The Weeping Fig (Ficus Benjamina) is a popular evergreen shrub often seen in homes and offices. Widely sold as a traditional houseplant it can be easily modified and trained as an indoor bonsai. The plant should be kept indoors throughout the year. Keep the soil evenly moist during the summer months, cutting back during the winter but never allowing the soil to completely dry out.

These four examples barely scratch the surface when it comes to the huge number of possibilities for selecting your bonsai plant. A reputable nursery or garden center will be an ideal place to begin your search for your first bonsai masterpiece.

Getting started in bonsai is easy. All you need to get started is the help of a comprehensive book or guide that will teach you the art and techniques of bonsai. I recommend a great book on my site so be sure to check it out. Get started today and begin enjoying this fascinating hobby!

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The author has experience in growing Bonsai. He writes on Artificial Bonsai and Bonsai books

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