What Are Bonsai?

"Bon" is a thin bowl or modified bowl.
"Sai" is a tree or other cultivated plant. That is, bonsai simply means "tree in a pot".

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Any tree or plant with a woody stem can become a bonsai tree. Bonsai are real trees. This is kept small and aesthetically pleasing by the owner and, if not properly cared for, can grow to the size of a natural tree, depending on the species. This is a focus on the long-term cultivation of one or more small trees growing in a pot. Here small trees mimic the shapes and scales of large trees. This is actually called bonsai art. It's Japanese art!

The Japanese tradition is about 1000 years old and we can see the use of bonsai in different cultures. Examples include the Chinese tradition of Penzai or the cultures that began the art, such as Penjing and Hòn Non-Bộ in Vietnam. Unlike other cultivation methods, bonsai is not intended to produce food or medicine. The main purpose of this bonsai art is to make the viewer contemplate. It is also meant to create pleasant thoughts for the grower's effort and skill.

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The reason why bonsai trees grow so small is because of the owner or grower. They control everything in the bonsai tree. He decides which branches should grow and how much water and fertilizer should be applied. All of these factors affect the size of a bonsai tree. Thus, he should prune the branches and leaves of the tree as well as the roots of the tree. Then the growth of the bonsai tree will slow down.

We all keep pets, don't we? The art of bonsai is exactly the same. A bonsai is a beloved object that grows and lives. It does not harm us or the environment. We can make bonsai trees outdoors or indoors. Bonsai is perfect for decorating any office or home. And you do not need a lot of space for this. These are easy to maintain without much expense.

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A bonsai tree can last a decade or more if properly cared for. The world's oldest bonsai tree is believed to be over 800 years old. So, a bonsai tree can be your best friend for life. Add something like this to your life. And also, this is a good and effective hobby. Give it a try yourself.