Hello, I'm Susan. I'm new to the community and to bonsai care.

I recently bought my first bonsai tree. Being clueless as I am, I really don't know what kind it is. I bought it at Lowe's (it wasn't just some cheapo deal in a plastic tray, though. Every plant I or my mom has had from Lowe's in the past has proven hearty, so I'm hoping this will be no ( Read more... )

Hello all. I would like some advice on cutting back a ficus. A couple of years ago it took some damage when I let it get way too dry. I have since brought it back to good health but it now needs a lot of help in the style department. How heavily can I cut it back and what is the best time of year to do it? If I understand correctly, a ficus ( Read more... )

I was given a serissa snow rose today, for free, from a Japanese festival that we have annually in the mall.


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So, for Christmas, I got a Bonsai. It's a Serissa Snow Rose, and I believe that it's sub-tropical. I'm thrilled with it; but naturally I have some questions ( Read more... )

Hello,

I am a new bonsai owner. I bought a Ixora and a Juniper. Unfortunately, I kind of neglected my "little pets" and they dried out. The Juniper is faring alright but I am afraid that the Ixora is barely alive. I watered them both and added fertilizer. Anyone have advice for me?

Thanks.

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I need to know if anyone out there has a place where I can buy bonsai. I prefer a shop rather than a catalog but if you found those were good any tips would be helpful.

I'm not sure if anyone has clicked on the "Wired Magazine" link on the LJBonsai links area, but it's not for Bonsai anymore. You may want to take that link off.

Hi everyone, I'm sure you've seen me before promoting my website for some instructions on how to do bonsai http://www.orlandobonsai.com . However today I wanted to let you know that I have become an authorized Joshua Roth dealer! My absolutley favorite tools for Bonsai. Anyway you can ( Read more... )