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Collecting bonsai from the wild The statement often put forth in collecting circles “bonsai are where you find them” is one of the ultimate truths in finding “yamadori” commonly known as wild bonsai. In this article I will discuss some advantages of collecting wild material, techniques and where to look when collecting bonsai from the…
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John Rough
It is not surprising that in this fast-paced world powered by the internet, smart phones, tablets and mass-media the desire for instant gratification would eventually find its way into the bonsai community. To be specific, “Keshiki Bonsai”, a “modern” bonsai style developed by Kenji Kobayashi in 2002. Kenji recognized almost everyone responds to the magic…
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So if you are like me when I first started bonsai, by now you have participated in the demise of several junipers, have become frustrated and decided to do a little “proper prior planning” before your next attempt. Good for you! In this article we will discuss some common mistakes beginning students make and offer…
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Consider a carpenter with their hammer, nails and saw or an artist with their brush, paints and easel how successful would they be without these simple core tools? Similarly, no matter whether you are new to the art of bonsai or an experienced professional there is a base group of tools that are essential to…
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Welcome Welcome to BDB bonsai, we offer high quality bonsai tools and resources for all levels of enthusiasts. If you’ve spent any time at your local nurseries or searching the net for “Bonsai Tools” you will find not only are the options almost endless but the prices can range from a few dollars to hundreds…
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