2007-01-26 13:49:29 · 7 answers · asked by Lopez L 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
As said above, all trees can be bonsai trees. One great place to look is around the neighborhood or go for a hike in the woods. The ground in the woods is covered with all kinds of tree seedlings and they're free. Japanese Maple is a popular choice for bonsai specimens. If there are a few people in your neighborhood with a Japanese Maple tree, chances are that there are seedlings growing around the base of the tree. If you just ask the homeowner I'm sure that they will let you have one for free. If you are looking for large amounts for some reason, Musser Forests sells hundreds of different kinds of tree seedlings that are the perfect size to start bonsai with. I have ordered from them myself numerous times. I would also go to Borders Books or Barnes and Noble and look in the front of their store in the bargain book section. They always have inexpensive colorful bonsai books and "how-to" guides that are really helpful. I bought a couple myself. I hope this helps!!! And Good Luck!!! :)
2007-01-27 09:10:59 · answer #1 · answered by Valkyrie 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
All trees can be bonsai trees,Bonsai is just a method of keeping a tree tiny.I have seen some oaks Over 1000yrs old at the National Arboretum in Washing DC. I suggest you consult a Japanese book on bonsai at a library.Many people fake bonsai with juniper trees Keeping them small,but they are not bonsai and never will have that magic.This hobby can be full time so be sure before you invest in trees containers and implements.Good luck if doing brings you pleasure,for it surly can.
2007-01-26 23:45:01 · answer #2 · answered by Gloryana 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best place to get bonsai subjects, in my opinion, is your regular plant nursery. Preferably go to a big one that grows their own plants; one that will just let you wander around and not bother you for an hour or two. Look for old shrubs and trees in very small pots, no larger than 1 gallon to 3 gallon pots, that have been pushed off to the side, or to the end of the row, and left alone because they are not "pretty" in the typical sense of the word. Maybe they look gnarly, or lopsided. Try to get small-leaved or small-needled varieties. They make the best-looking bonsais. Then try to dicker with the cashier for a good price on your little "diamonds in the rough". They are really anxious to get rid of their trash (your treasure).
2007-01-27 06:01:37 · answer #3 · answered by Emmaean 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on what type you want to grow, You will mainly be looking for seedlings. Don't let someone make you pay too much for a seedling. You can find some bonsai seedlings on ebay, just check the seller's feedback before you bid. Most of the time, ebay gets a bad name, because a buyer didn't do their research first and ended up buying from a bum seller. If the feedback rating is 98%-100%, you'll usually be okay, but my cutoff point for buying from sellers on ebay is 99% feedback rating.
2007-01-27 03:33:38 · answer #4 · answered by pop_goes_the_weasel 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
l don't know about mail order, but l do know if u have the time to visit any walmart store or the super centre walmart. they do sell the bonsai tree. check them out.
2007-01-27 00:44:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have several species of pre-bonsai. Check my website
www.american-bonsai.com You're welcome to email at
wchoat@american-bonsai.com
2007-01-28 16:48:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
l don't know,,try tree center
2007-01-30 20:29:47 · answer #7 · answered by jerry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋