There’s something about growing bonsai trees that makes big problems seem smaller. “That tree to me is not just a lone tree; it’s connected to all the other trees in the world,” said Wayne Atkinson, a ...

When you hear the phrase “Bonsai tree” you probably think of those tiny, ornate trees that people often keep as a sort of desk ornament. But in fact, Bonsai is not a type of tree at all—the word ...

Native to South Africa, dwarf jade plants, also known as Portulacaria afra, have become a popular choice for bonsai ...

Bonsai is an art form that has been practiced for thousands of years. “The unique aspect is that bonsai is alive and constantly changing, not like a sculpture or painting, which remains static,” says ...

Soil composition is critical for healthy bonsai growth. A well-draining mix is a must to avoid root rot. A common mix ...

Although growing a bonsai tree can be challenging, it's also one of the most mindful practices gardeners can take on. It gives you something to be responsible for, with a very strict care regime to ...

In this era of supersizing and instant gratification, the intricate and patient art of bonsai might easily be overlooked, but not if the Marin Bonsai Club has anything to say about it. The club, ...

Lego fans can already build everything from the Star Wars Millennium Falcon to Batman's Batmobile, but now the toy company wants to attract older fans with its new Botanical series. The series, out in ...

At The Growler Exchange Midtown, Bonsai Bar hosts beginner bonsai workshops with Dwarf Jade trees, beer-friendly vibes and take-home plant care tips.

Long Beach resident Carlos Parache often goes to local breweries to hang out with friends and maybe take part in a trivia night or other organized events while sipping on some brews. But recently ...

Guy Joseph Guidry fondly remembers the moment he first encountered a bonsai tree, three decades ago. Guidry spotted a cluster of the miniature trees in his neighbor's backyard in New Orleans. They ...