Alan Walker wrote:
Yeah, you need more than one bonsai. Otherwise, you're at
high risk of loving your bonsai to death.
As for bonsai not "liking" small pots, I know of no
convincing evidence that plants are sentient and "like" or
"dislike" anything. They do respond to their environment,
however, and container culture requires some horticultural skills
to be successful. I doubt that the nursery where you heard that
comment had any plants which were not growing in containers.
Bonsai isn't for the lazy; that is true. Bonsai is a
responsibility, but less work or skill is involved than
maintaining a pet. It's not hard or mystical. There is a logic to
the care and design of bonsai. Some people seem to have innate
talents, both artistic and horticultural, but it's not rocket
science. Anyone can learn how to create and maintain bonsai with
a little commitment.
If you'll share where you live, we can point you to the
nearest bonsai club(s).
Alan Walker
http://bonsai-bci.com http://LCBSBonsai.org
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I was at a garden supply store the other day and asked if
there were any "bonsai clubs" in the area. I was told no, not to
their knowledge, although they gave me names of other garden
centers that might have information.
However, I was also told, "The problem with bonsais is, a
bonsai is a plant. And plants like to grow, and do not like
small pots." So, it sounded like there was something inherently
wrong in keeping a
bonsai.
I have one bonsai currently. A Fukien Tea.
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Thank you for the replies. I'm really tempted to go in and get that 6
ft. tree.
I live in Park Forest, IL, 60466, USA. If anyone can find a club closer
than what I've been able to find - ca. 30+ miles away from me, I'd
appreciate it.
To my wonderfully patient friend who was not able to figure out my email
address, it is "munged" to cut down on spambots. Just remove "nospm."
Many people do that. Maybe you should too.