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Hatsuji Kato
In the landscape of modern bonsai, few figures command the kind of quiet reverence that surrounds Hatsuji Kato. We regard him as one of those…
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The Case for Reviving Deadwood Sculpting in Yew Bonsai
The Case for Reviving Deadwood Sculpting in Yew Bonsai We’ve noticed a troubling trend in contemporary bonsai practice: the slow abandonment of intensive deadwood work…
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The Case for Rediscovering Traditional Branch Reduction
The Case for Rediscovering Traditional Branch Reduction We’ve been watching a quiet shift in contemporary bonsai practice, and it’s one that concerns us. Somewhere along…
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Why Building a 100-Tree Collection Is the Wrong Goal for Most Bonsai Growers
Why Building a 100-Tree Collection Is the Wrong Goal for Most Bonsai Growers We’ve all seen the headlines celebrating enthusiasts who amass hundred-tree collections, and…
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Rafael Torres
We’ve been following the work of Rafael Torres for some time now, and what strikes us most is not simply technical mastery—though that’s clearly present—but…
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Why Your First Hundred Bonsai Matter More Than Your First Ten
Why Your First Hundred Bonsai Matter More Than Your First Ten We’ve all heard the advice: start small, master one tree before moving to the…
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Why Your First Hundred Bonsai Teach More Than a Decade of Study
Why Your First Hundred Bonsai Teach More Than a Decade of Study We’ve noticed a recurring pattern in the bonsai community: hobbyists often believe mastery…
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Why Regional Bonsai Shows Are the Most Underrated Growth Tool in the Hobby
Why Regional Bonsai Shows Are the Most Underrated Growth Tool in the Hobby Every spring and autumn, bonsai clubs across the Southern Hemisphere quietly pull off something remarkable: they coax non-practitioners through the door… More
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Nicola Crivelli
In the world of bonsai cultivation, few names command as much respect and admiration as Nicola Crivelli. This…
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Celebrating Bonsai Artistry in the Heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Celebrating Bonsai Artistry in the Heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains The North Carolina Arboretum recently opened its…
