From the Blog - Our Expert Guides
Why We Grow Our Own Bonsai Trees
Discover why we grow bonsai trees at our Bonsai Direct Devon nursery, from unusual species to better trunks, branching and quality that develops over many years.
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Pyracantha Bonsai Trees – The Spectacular Firethorn Bonsai with Flowers, Berries and Year-Round Interest
Discover why the Pyracantha Bonsai Tree (Firethorn) is one of the most spectacular outdoor bonsai species. With masses of spring flowers, vibrant autumn berries, evergreen foliage and year-round…
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How Do I Prune My Bonsai Tree?
Learn how to prune a bonsai tree, what tools you need, and discover our pruning kits. Expert advice.
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The Complete Bonsai Watering Guide: How to Water Your Bonsai Tree Correctly
Watering is one of the most important parts of keeping a bonsai tree healthy. Learn how often to water your bonsai, how to spot the signs of overwatering…
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Displaying Outdoor Bonsai Indoors
Discover how to safely display an outdoor bonsai indoors, why you shouldn't keep them inside for s long period of time, and why you shouldn't bring them in…
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Bonsai Pots: Why Proper Drainage Matters More Than You Think
Choosing the right bonsai pot is critical to the long-term health of your tree. In this expert guide, Lloyd Noall of Bonsai Direct explains why proper drainage holes…
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Moisture Metres and Bonsai Watering – A Helpful Tool or Just Another Gadget?
Are moisture meters useful for bonsai care? We tested them across multiple species to find out. Discover the ideal moisture levels, when to water, and how to use…
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Lloyd Noall – Founder of Bonsai Direct
In this personal article, bonsai master Lloyd Noall shares his favourite bonsai species after nearly 40 years in the art of bonsai. From majestic oak bonsai and colourful…
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Are Bonsai Trees Hard to Take Care Of?
Find out why bonsai trees are actually easy to keep, and which varieties are best for beginners. Discover why bonsai trees developed a reputation for being difficult to…
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Bonsai Root Rot: Causes, Signs, Treatment & Prevention
Identify bonsai root rot and learn how to prevent and deal with the problem. Includes a video by Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall.
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Bonsai Watering Systems: How to Water Your Bonsai While on Holiday
Planning a break but worried about your bonsai? In this guide, we explore bonsai watering systems and practical bonsai holiday watering solutions to keep your tree healthy while…
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Bonsai Forests | The Art of Creating a Miniature Woodland or Copse
A bonsai forest, or Yose-ue, is one of the most captivating forms of bonsai art — a miniature woodland that captures the harmony and beauty of nature. Unlike…
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Bonsai Seeds and Seedlings: What You Need to Know Before You Start
Learn why bonsai seeds are not usually the best way to grow a bonsai tree. Instead, consider a seedling that already has an established root system.
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What house plants are good for anxiety? Plants for mental health.
Looking for a natural way to ease anxiety and bring calm into your home? Indoor bonsai trees might be the perfect solution. More than just beautiful décor, bonsai…
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Winter Bonsai Tree Care
Winter can be a challenging season for bonsai, but with the right approach, your tree can stay healthy and strong until spring returns. In this guide to Winter…
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Celebrating National Tree Week: Why It Matters & How You Can Get Involved
National Tree Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of trees — and a powerful reminder of how essential they are to our climate, wildlife, and wellbeing. As the…
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Can You Grow Indoor Bonsai Trees Using Grow Lights? Our Experiment & Expert Guide
Can you really grow bonsai trees successfully under grow lights? Bonsai expert Lloyd Noall, with nearly 40 years of experience, decided to find out. In this fascinating experiment,…
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Black Friday 2025 at Bonsai Direct – Beautiful Bonsai, Brilliant Bargains
Discover incredible bonsai bargains this November at Bonsai Direct’s Black Friday 2025 Event! Throughout the month, enjoy exclusive savings on stunning indoor and outdoor bonsai trees, beautifully crafted…
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Autumn’s Fire in Miniature: The Splendour of Autumnal Bonsai Colours
Discover the world of Autumn Bonsai colours, perfect for bringing life to a garden as the seasons change. Maples, beech, and red oaks are stunning at this time…
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What is the Rule of 3 in Bonsai?
Bonsai isn’t just about pruning and wiring — it’s about design. The Rule of 3 is one of the most important principles, guiding how branches are placed to…
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How Long Do You Leave Bonsai Wire On?
How Long Do You Leave Bonsai Wire On? There’s no fixed time for leaving bonsai wire in place — it depends on your tree’s species, growth rate, and…
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What is so special about bonsai plants?
What’s So Special About Bonsai Plants? Bonsai are more than miniature trees—they’re living works of art that bring nature, calm, and beauty into your home. Each one is…
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Juniper Bonsai Tree Guide
Expert Advice About Juniper Bonsai Trees from Lloyd Noall Hi, I’m Lloyd Noall—founder of Bonsai Direct and a bonsai grower since the '90s. Over the last 40 years,…
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What Not to Do with Your Bonsai – Bonsai Tree Care Tips from Expert Lloyd at Bonsai Direct
🌱 Hello! I’m Lloyd – Bonsai Expert at Bonsai Direct With over 30 years’ experience growing, styling and caring for thousands of bonsai trees, I’ve seen it all—from…
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Discovering the Majesty of a 60-Year-Old Purple Beech Bonsai
Step into the world of British bonsai with Lloyd Noall as he introduces a breathtaking 60-year-old Purple Beech bonsai, lovingly cultivated from a young sapling decades ago. In…
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Seasonal Pruning of a 30-Year-Old English Oak Bonsai
Join bonsai expert Lloyd Noall from Bonsai Direct as he performs a seasonal prune on a majestic 30-year-old English Oak bonsai. Grown from an acorn, this tree is…
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Japanese Maple Bonsai | 110 years old – Much Needed Repot & Prune
The 110-Year-Old Japanese Maple Bonsai: A Story of Care and Dedication Bonsai expert Lloyd Noall takes on a crucial task—repotting and pruning a magnificent 110-year-old Japanese maple bonsai.…
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Hornbeam Bonsai Pruning – 55 years old | Part 2️⃣ Pruning with Lloyd
Hornbeam Bonsai Pruning | Part 2: Refining a 55-Year-Old Masterpiece In the second part of this fascinating bonsai journey, expert Lloyd Noall takes on the intricate task of…
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Hornbeam Bonsai Repotting – 55 years old | Part 1️⃣ Re-Potting with Lloyd
Spring is a magical time in the bonsai world. As the buds swell and the first delicate leaves begin to unfurl, it's a season full of promise—but also…
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Japanese Black Pine Bonsai Tree | 60 years old – Part 3️⃣ Root Pruning, Potting and a Final Overview
Welcome to the final chapter of our journey with this incredible 60-year-old Japanese Black Pine bonsai (Pinus thunbergii). Expertly guided by Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall from Bonsai Direct. Lloyd shows us…
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Japanese Black Pine Bonsai Tree | 60 years old – Part 2️⃣ The Trunk & Branches – Styling & Wiring
Welcome to another exciting bonsai tutorial with Bonsai Direct! In this video, we're diving into part two of our Japanese Black Pine Bonsai tree styling series, focusing on…
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Japanese Black Pine Bonsai Tree | 60 years old – Part 1️⃣ The Nebari
Discover the Beauty of a 60-Year-Old Japanese Black Pine Bonsai Join bonsai expert Lloyd Noall from Bonsai Direct as he explores the intricate details of a stunning 60-year-old…
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Larch (Larix) Bonsai Tree Transformation – PART 3 Re-Potting (46 years old)
Mastering Larch Bonsai Repotting & Root Care for a Stronger Tree Welcome back to Part 3 of our deep dive into this remarkable 45-46-year-old Larch bonsai! In this stage of its…
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Larch (Larix) Bonsai Tree Transformation – PART 2 Pruning, Styling & Wiring Larch Bonsai Tree (46 years old)
Welcome to another expert guide from Bonsai Direct! Today, we’re diving into part two of a captivating bonsai journey with our resident expert, Lloyd Noall. With nearly 40…
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Larch (Larix) Bonsai Tree Transformation – PART 1 Cleaning, Shaping & Styling (45-46 years old)
Prepare to be enchanted by the magic of the Larch (Larix) in this captivating video presented by our resident expert, Lloyd Noall. With nearly half a century of…
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Restyling a Chinese Juniper Bonsai Tree: Cleaning, Wiring & Styling with Bonsai Expert Lloyd Noall
Welcome to today’s blog, where I’m diving into the transformation of a remarkable Chinese Juniper bonsai tree! Battling a cold and sore throat won’t stop me from sharing…
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How to Grow & Style A Chinese Juniper Bonsai | Evergreen Bonsai Starter Tree Demonstration
We are often asked how to grow a bonsai tree from a seedling or sapling. In the blog article, bonsai expert, Lloyd Noall demonstrates on a young Chinese…
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Japanese Acer palmatum/Maple Bonsai Pruning | Advanced Pruning, Styling & Refining.
🍁 Welcome to the third and final instalment in our advanced maple bonsai pruning trilogy, with Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall. This time, we focus on the captivating Japanese…
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Hardy English Maple Bonsai Pruning, Styling & Refining | Advanced Techniques
Welcome to another expert guide from Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall. Here, we delve into the art of pruning and styling the hardy English Maple bonsai (Acer campestre). Also…
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Japanese Maple or English Maple – Which One Makes The Best Bonsai?
Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall has decades of professional bonsai expertise. Welcome to our detailed exploration of bonsai refinement, where today we’re looking at two popular species—the Japanese Maple…
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60 year old English Oak Bonsai Tree
Welcome to our latest blog, where we’re thrilled to share the story of a remarkable English Oak Bonsai Tree (Quercus robur) that has been lovingly styled by bonsai…
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Japanese Black Pine Bonsai Tree Video – Cleaning, Styling & Wiring | 55 years old
In this Bonsai Tree Video, Lloyd Noall, a bonsai master from Bonsai Direct, takes us through the process of cleaning, styling, and wiring a stunning 55-year-old Japanese Black…
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Huge Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree | 100 year old Bonsai Acer palmatum
Introduction: A 100 Year Old Bonsai Japanese Red Maple Transformation Welcome to today's feature, where we'll be diving into the world of bonsai with a special focus on…
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Throwback – Lawson Cypress Evergreen Bonsai | 26 Years of Transformation
In this blog post, we're taking a trip down memory lane with Lloyd, Bonsai Expert from Bonsai Direct, and his 34-year-old Evergreen Lawson Cypress bonsai. Beginning with a…
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Chinese Elm Bonsai – Lloyd’s Care Tips
The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia or Zelkova) is our most popular species of bonsai and we aren't surprised. This variety is very hardy and can actually live indoors…
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Bonsai Tree Maintenance: Caring for a 40-Year-Old Larch
In this video, join bonsai expert Lloyd Noall as he takes you through a maintenance session for his cherished 40-year-old Larch outdoor bonsai tree. With decades of experience…
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Creating a bonsai garden with Lloyd
Relax with Lloyd whilst he creates a beautiful Bonsai garden! Scroll down to head to our YouTube channel and see the entire video. Watch Lloyd create a beautiful…
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The Art of Pruning a European Larch Bonsai
Pruning is an essential practice in maintaining the beauty and health of a bonsai tree. In this blog, we delve into the art of pruning a 45-year-old European…
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Bonsai Ramification
The world of bonsai can seem more complicated than it is due to complex names for techniques, growth and features. This series of blog posts will be pointed…
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Japanese Flowering Cherry Blossom Bonsai Trees for Sale | Sakura Bonsai
Japanese Flowering Cherry Blossom Bonsai - A real Bonsai tree with the most sensational pale -pink blossom. Bonsai Tree Meaning | Tree Symbolism: fragility, the beauty of life, good…
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Chinese Juniper (Juniper chinensis) – A favourite hardy evergreen bonsai with awesome character
The Chinese Juniper is a very hardy coniferous evergreen tree. The small purple berries/fruits which may be used in cooking, medicine or rituals. The berries are in fact…
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Large Bonsai Trees for Sale for indoors
If you are looking for a really spectacular large indoor bonsai tree for your home or office then you have come to the right place. Bonsai Direct has…
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How to repot a bonsai tree video DVD – 8 chapters
How to repot a bonsai tree! Lloyd Noall's Bonsai Lessons Volume 2 - Potting Basics. Giving you the insight on how to repot a bonsai tree! Excellent and…
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Top Tips from Bonsai Expert Lloyd Noall – Autumn
A few tips from Lloyd Noall about Autumn Bonsai care: In Autumn, Bonsai growth will slow, so please take extra care with the watering. Please keep the soil…
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Incredible Large Mature Japanese White Beech Outdoor Hardy Bonsai for Sale
Japanese White Beech Bonsai - (Fagus Crenata) The Japanese White Beech bonsai (Fagus Crenata), also known as Siebold's Beech, is a tree native to Japan. There, it is…
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Bonsai Care and Advice – Bonsai Tree Maintenance
When & how do I water my bonsai? How do I feed my bonsai? When & how do I prune my bonsai? Where do I position my bonsai?…
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Bonsai Care Information
Bonsai care information Caring for a bonsai can be daunting, especially when its your first. Consequently, we wanted to give you as much insight as possible into different…
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Potting Bonsai Trees – A Step-by-Step Guide
Firstly, Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall has designed a fantastic range of bonsai tree pruning, wiring & potting kits. As well as being informative, these guides are perfect for…
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Wiring Bonsai Trees – A Step-by-Step Guide
Bonsai Master Lloyd Noall has designed a fantastic range of bonsai tree pruning, repotting & wiring kits which are perfect for beginners who want hands on experience growing…
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Tree of a Thousand Stars Bonsai Tree – Serissa Foetida
Star-shaped white flowers Pretty bonsai Delicate foliage Warm environment Textured creamy bark Infrequent watering Serissa Bonsai - A Blooming Bonsai with Naturally Small Proportions The Serissa foetida bonsai…
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Chinese Blush Tree Bonsai – Loropetalum Chinensis Rubrum
Perfect for beginners Hot pink flowers Easy to care for Striking colour Purple foliage Fun to grow Loropetalum Bonsai Tree The Loropetalum Bonsai or Chinese Blush Tree is…
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How do I feed my Bonsai Tree – Instructions on using Bonsai Fertiliser
All bonsai trees and pot plants are dependent upon us for nutrients and water. Feeding your bonsai will keep it strong and vigorous and help prevent attack from…
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Where Should I Put My Bonsai Tree?
Where Should I Put My Bonsai Tree? Place your bonsai on a humidity tray; this will catch the water draining through the holes in the bottom of the…
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How do I repot and root prune my bonsai tree?
How do I repot and root prune my bonsai tree? A bonsai will need re-potting when the root ball is solid and firm or if the pot is…
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General bonsai advice
General bonsai advice We recommend that all indoor bonsai are placed on a drip tray or saucer. Frequently called a humidity tray, these are ultimately to prevent damage…
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Bonsai Tree Bugs
Do you have bugs on your bonsai tree? There are many different types of bugs that you could find on a bonsai. Most of these are harmless…
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The leaves on my bonsai have gone dry and crispy – what should I do?
Are the Leaves on your Bonsai Dry and Crispy? If the leaves on your bonsai tree remain green, but are dry and crispy, then your bonsai could have…
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Over-watering Bonsai Tree Symptoms
Overwatered bonsai trees can show begin to struggle, and could eventually die if it is not allowed to recover. However, don't worry - all is not lost yet!…
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Spotty Leaves On Your Bonsai Tree – Black Spots on Bonsai Leaves
Spotty Leaves On Your Bonsai Tree - Black Spots on Bonsai Leaves Black Spot Black spot is a fungal disease which affects the leaves.On a bonsai this usually…
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Yellow leaves on Bonsai Tree – What is wrong?
Yellowing leaves... . ..do not always mean that you have a problem. A number of trees, some evergreens included, have leaves which turn yellow at a certain time…
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Bonsai Tree Care DVD
Lloyd Noall has been growing bonsai for over 25 years and is considered to be one of the top bonsai masters. Now, in this series of chapters, Lloyd…
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Wiring Bonsai Trees – Why do we wire bonsai?
Wiring bonsai trees may seem daunting but hopefully this guide gives you valuable information. We received a great e-mail from a lady who wanted to buy her husband…
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Bonsai Tree Re-Potting Tutorial with Lloyd Noall from Bonsai Direct
Bonsai tree repotting tutorial If you would like to know how to repot your bonsai tree we hope this tutorial will help you. Bonsai tree repotting is a…
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Bonsai Tree Wiring Tutorial by Lloyd Noall from Bonsai Direct
Interested in learning how to wire your indoor bonsai trees to help with styling and artistic appeal? Please take at look at our tutorial. We hope you enjoy…
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How do I Re-pot my Indoor Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree?
How do I re-pot my indoor bonsai? Firstly, meet Angus, an 18 year old character Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai Tree, which is now ready for re-potting. We have…
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English Bonsai Oak Tree (Quercus robur)
Although I love all trees, the English Oak Bonsai (Quercus robur) holds a special place in my heart. So much so, that we chose to call our only…
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How do I water my Indoor Bonsai Tree?
We are frequently asked advice on watering indoor bonsai trees, such as the Chinese Elm Bonsai (Ulmus parviflolia), Chinese Sweet Plum Bonsai (Sageretia theezans), Oriental Tea Tree Bonsai…
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How do I feed my bonsai tree?
How to feed and water a bonsai tree! Proper feeding and watering are essential aspects of bonsai care to ensure the health and vitality of your miniature tree.…
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How to continue to care for a dried out bonsai. Enquiry from Angela: Hi Sarah, I got your details from a forum on bonsai. I have a chinese…
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How Do I Prune a Larch (Larix) Outdoor Bonsai Tree?
Want to learn how to prune a Larch? In this video Lloyd Noall, from Bonsai Direct, shows us how to prune a European Larch - a fantastic deciduous…
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Bonsai Care DVD Uploads on You-Tube
This week we have started to upload chapters of our Bonsai care DVD onto You-Tube. Owner of Bonsai Direct, Lloyd Noall has been growing bonsai for over 25…
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Bonsai Tree Care – Help – Question & Answer
Do you have bonsai care questions? Or require bonsai care advice? If you have any questions about your bonsai tree, that you would like to ask our experts,…
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Bonsai…. The ultimate in living work of art.
A Living Work of Art Through bonsai we can now appreciate a little piece of nature in our own home. Bonsai can enhance a room and can somehow…
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Question from Gary about leaf stress on his Red Maple Bonsai
Check out this question about a Red Maple bonsai We have just received the following blog from a concerned Maple bonsai grower: red maple 70 yrs old recently…
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Bonsai Help ~ Pepper Tree Bonsai Advice
We have received this great question from Allan about this pepper tree bonsai: I have a large collection of bonsai both indoor and outdoor purchased over the last…
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Basic Indoor Bonsai Care
We hope the indoor bonsai care tips below help you care for your bonsai. These bonsai care tips provide just essential information. Our book is available should you…
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Juniper Bonsai & Pine Bonsai | Evergreen Favourites
Pine and Juniper bonsai trees hold an enchanting attraction in the world of bonsai. These living artworks are evergreen and display the most wondrous & natural character in…
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Question about removing wire on a bonsai
We have just received the following question about wire on a bonsai: Hi. Last year, I started wiring my bonsai. My bonsai grew quite a bit last year,…
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Seasonal Indoor Bonsai Leaf Drop
Seasonal indoor bonsai leaf drop There are a few reasons why a bonsai might be dropping leaves. Sometimes it may be seasonal or environmental, or it could be…
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The Art of Bonsai
Learn about the art of bonsai The art of bonsai is without doubt a fantastic art form. With all the different species of trees (of which there are…
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Question about a problem with a Japanese White Pine Bonsai
We have just received this enquiry about a Japanese White Pine bonsai: Hi Lloyd, My sister got a bonzai tree not long ago and it has started to…
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British Outdoor Bonsai Trees from Bonsai Direct
Enjoy the Diversity of British Outdoor Bonsai Trees at Bonsai Direct One of our specialisms at Bonsai Direct is a hardy range of British Bonsai and Native Outdoor…
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Bonsai Winter Care‚ December 2010 Newsletter
Bonsai Winter Care As the very cold weather is back I thought a few tips on winter bonsai care would be helpful. If you have an outdoor bonsai…
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Bonsai Care Instructions
Basic bonsai care instructions to help you get the most out of your bonsai tree. Advice for both indoor and outdoor bonsai.
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Bonsai Help
Answers to some of your bonsai questions. FAQs, bonsai troubleshooting, and tips and tricks to help you get started on your bonsai journey.
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