Bonsai (lit. bon-planted) is the art of aesthetic miniaturization of trees, or of developing woody or semi-woody plants shaped as trees, by growing them in containers. Cultivation includes techniques for shaping, watering, and re-potting in various styles of containers. "Bonsai" is a Japanese pronunciation of the earlier Chinese term penzai. A "bon" is a tray-like pot typically used in bonsai culture. The word bonsai is used in the West as an umbrella term for all miniature trees in containers or pots.
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- Bonsai Information for Western Australia John Oldland's collection of bonsai and suiseki. Photo galleries, and links to Australian bonsai clubs and nurseries.
- Bonsai Primer Features informative articles for beginners.
- Mini Bonsai by Gun and Sachiko Information about mini-bonsai, with a gallery of pictures, tips, techniques and case-studies. [Japanese and English]
- Crespi Bonsai Description of bonsai, accessories, pots, suiseki, tools, bonsai museum and training courses. Located in Italy.
- Bonsai Garden Includes FAQ, tutorial for growing Fuchsia Bonsai, photo gallery and forum.
- Shohin-bonsai Europe Dedicated to the smallest of all bonsai, Shohin-bonsai. Case stories, gallery and articles.
- Orlando Bonsai Has the sole purpose of presenting and recording the slow transition of nursery stock and pre-bonsai material into developed bonsai. All trees styled by Paul Pikel.
- Bonsai at the National Arboretum A virtual tour located at the National Arboretum in Washington DC.
- Pedro J. Morales' site Private collection gallery, calendar and biography.
- Steve Tolley Bonsai A school for workshops, demonstrations and master classes. Site contains information, a gallery and material stock for sale.
- The Bonsai Garden Philosophy, description of species used, remedies, encyclopedia, gallery, gardens, links, news, and contact information.
- Bonsai4Me.com Devoted to the art and practice of Bonsai. Offers a wide range of articles written to instruct and enlighten both the beginner and the more advanced enthusiast.
- Helpful Gardener - Bonsai Tree Care Collection of articles about choosing, planting, pruning, and caring for bonsai.
- Ginkgo Bonsai Only Styling, pruning, repotting, chichi bonsai, a gallery and links.
- Bonsaihunter A gallery and forum.
- Bonsai Planet Presents articles on selection of specimens, cultural needs, pruning, pests and diseases, as well as a photo gallery.
- Bonsai for Beginners Simple instructions on how to create and maintain your first Bonsai.
- The Art of Bonsai Project An effort to explore the aesthetic and artistic elements of bonsai, including technical composition, presentation, display and other ways in which bonsai impacts the human eye and soul.
- Bonsai Hungary Garden art, pictures of a collection showing the vision and harmony of bonsai.
- Bonsai-Basics Getting started, photo album, essentials, tools and equipment, related links, contact information, species guide, and display hints.
- Bonsai Empire Explains bonsai tree care, styling and discusses backgrounds and specie guides including the Juniper and Ficus bonsai care. With an extensive gallery section.
- Yamadori Bonsay diary Tony has been working with bonsai since 1983, he specialises in native European trees, in particular; Hawthorn, Yew and Pine and that is the focus of this site.
- Bonsai Ireland Journal site on Bonsai and Japanese Gardens.
- Internet Bonsai Club Grew out of a mailing list started in 1992. Features a forum for bonsai enthusiasts.
- bonsaifarm.tv Free downloadable video about bonsai. The WorldOfBonsai series is a 20X10 min series from Japan and China. Beginner and Care video are libraries of how create and care for bonsai clips.
- The Larz Anderson Bonsai Collection Housed at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. An illustrated history of the collection, its founder and the principal type of Hinoki in the collection.
- Bonsai Basho Social networking, articles as well as sales for Bonsai growers. Free registration is required.
- Bonsai Study Group International forum discussing the art of Bonsai
- Bonsai Hunk Great resource for tropical and especially Ficus species, by Jerry Meislik
- BonsaiPots Galeries and background information on bonsai pots.
- BonsaiNut Forums and articles about bonsai, Suiseki, and Japanese gardens and culture.
- Pacific Bonsai Museum Indoor and outdoor exhibit area, just out of Seattle, Washington.
- Bjorvala Bonsai Bjorn Bjorholm's website and nursery.
- Alba Bonsai Bonsai teacher and supplier located in Scotland. Peter Foele provides quality tuition and mentoring