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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Sites selling other Bonsai accessories (but not plants) should submit to:
Shopping/Home_and_Garden/Plants/Trees/Bonsai/Accessories_and_Gifts
Want to learn more about bonsai, yet would prefer a human perspective instead of books and websites? Then join one of the bonsai clubs situated all over the world that are listed in this section. This category contains global clubs or clubs that are not related to any specific region. Click on the 'Regional' subcategory to look for a bonsai club listed that is in your area.
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