Welcome to our next installment of “Tips Of The Week”.
This feature is for the benefit of visitors to this site, I would be happy to hear from you if there is
something you would like to see covered here in future weeks. Please direct your E-mail to
Paul@bonsaiofbrooklyn.com
Interested in past articles? There's a list at the
bottom of the page.
There are many sources of information available. Books are published for every skill level. Magazines such
as "Bonsai Today" provide a tremendous source of learning centuries old techniques that will help you reach
the "next level". Instructional videos deal with many topics. Bonsai societies and clubs can be found in most cities. Forums and chat rooms abound on
the internet. If you have the thirst for knowledge, there are limitless sources of learning just waiting for
you. One piece of advice. Everyone has his or her own way of doing things. Because it works for me in
Brooklyn, New York in a private house doesn't mean it will work for someone in Miami who lives in a condo.
Be a sponge. Absorb everything, but take nothing as the gospel. Use what works for you in your situation.
There are methods to do things that will amaze you. You have the ability to improve your skills dramatically,
you just need the desire to do so.
Interested in past articles? Click for your choice below.
#3-Planning a trimming schedule
#4-Trimming Japanese Maples (And other trees with opposing Buds)
#5-Trimming Chinese Elms (And other trees with alternating Buds)
#6-Trimming Conifers (Such as Pine, Juniper and Cypress)
There are few hobbies that can give the satisfaction, tranquility and pleasure that cultivating bonsai can.
The problem, however, is that the more you learn about growing bonsai, the more you'll realize how little you
currently know. If you are satisfied with your level of knowledge, you will cease to improve, and so will your
collection. This weeks article deals with ways to hone your skills.