On bonsai:

Bonsai are real trees in miniature and not usually suitable as houseplants (although some species have been developed for indoors). They are usually hardy and can handle most weather. In fact, their growth can be adversely affected by artificial light and heating conditions, depending on your climate and the origin of the tree species.

Even a tiny apartment balcony can be large enough to build up a nice collection, creating an oasis for many city dwellers. The smallest of can be just a couple of inches tall. The most popular trees are about 6 inches to a foot tall.

For the extreme gardener, it is possible to grow from seeds, cuttings, a branch while it is still on a living tree or even prune and adapt a tree from your local garden center. These are long and arduous processes, taking several years before you  have any kind of 'finished product'.  So this method of growing would not be for the faint of heart!

Some of the most prized have been around a lot longer than their owners. Enthusiasts will often go to great expense to buy from dealers, but if you just want to dabble, it is possible to get started with a good tree book and a domestic plant from a hobby or gardening shop for just a few dollars.

Don’t let a lack of space keep you from pursuing and enjoying the wonder of growing your own bonsai.  Many forms of gardening have been enjoying something of a boom in recent years and people are discovering the charms and challenges of growing bonsai.

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