Spotted in the Wild
Historical Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and RSS posts previously curated by the club (2017–present). Not authored by the club — preserved here since the original source feeds no longer carry this history.
Small Azalea Bonsai in Neagari style
In this video Oscar styles an Azalea Bonsai in Neagari (exposed roots) style. Its a wonderful tree to begin with, and placed in a bonsai pot and with a bit of wire - the tree turned out great! Music from Uppbeat:…
We’re going LIVE again—bigger, bolder, and more inspired than ever.
Join us for an epic Limber Pine styling and a reimagined streaming experience that blends technique, artistry, and storytelling—the Mirai way. After time away from weekly live streaming, we’re returning to push bonsai…
Bougainvillea Bonsai care
In this short video we explain how to care for your Bougainvillea Bonsai tree. Watering, pruning, fertilizing - all these topics are discussed. Keeping a Bougainvillea alive is not a difficult task, but there are a few…
Oldest Bonsai tree? #ficus #italy #milan #bonsaitreesforbeginners #ancient #old #oldisgold
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Highlights from the 9th US National Bonsai Exhibition
Attending regional events like the US National Bonsai Exhibition is a good way to gain an understanding of the work happening within a given community. At the National, the community showing trees represents a big swath…
How To Tweak Fall Color
We tend to think of fall color in deciduous trees in clear terms. The fall leaves of Gingko are yellow. Those of Red Maple are red. Except, sometimes the Red Maple has yellow leaves. Which asks a few questions. Why are…
We’re going LIVE with a special bonsai event like no other!
October 28th | 4 PM PST | on Mirai Live Get ready for a massive, epic Limber Pine and a refreshed approach that combines technique, artistry, and entertainment—the Mirai way. We’ve taken a break from streaming for all…
Making a Cypress Bonsai (DIY)
The cheaper the material, the bigger the challenge! And with this Chamaecyparis pisifera (false cypress Bonsai) bought for around 10 USD, that's very much the case! Check out how Oscar tries to create something from…
The Quiet Fall – Bonsai and the Japanese Embrace of Autumn’s Melancholy
As the days shorten and the air turns crisp, a quiet transformation begins. At the moment, colours are slowly shifting here in the Kisetsu-en bonsai garden. In Japan, autumn is not merely a season—it is a deeply poetic…
Suiseki (Viewing stones) #suiseki #stone #stones #art #japanese #bonsai
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
How To Balance Long-needled Pine Shoots
The long-needled pines like Ponderosa and Austrian Pine tend to grow large end shoots with many needles. Selectively trimming needles off can help balance shoots, weakening strong ones and strengthening the smaller…
Award winners from the 9th US National Bonsai Exhibition
Last month, William N. Valavanis hosted the 9th US National Bonsai Exhibition in Rochester, New York. The event brought bonsai enthusiasts together from across the US and around the world to enjoy an awesome exhibition,…
Ask the Masters - Bonsai Empire celebrates 25 years!
This year marks a major milestone for Bonsai Empire – we’re turning 25! What began as a small website for bonsai enthusiasts has grown into the largest bonsai platform in the world, connecting millions of people. To…
A visit to the Bonsai Zentrum Heidelberg
The Bonsai Zentrum Heidelberg is a large bonsai nursery and event center owned and operated by Edis Ziegler. A previous incarnation of the business had closed in 2006 prompting Edis to acquire the property, renovate,…
What Do We Do With Bonsai In October?
In fall, bonsai are starting the slow slide into slumber. The following photo essay shares a few ideas of how to read the results of our summer work, and what to do in the bonsai garden in fall. This Satsuki Azalea is…
Temple Bonsai #artgallery #exhibition #bonsaitreesforbeginners #japan #japanese #temple
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Tropical Bonsai Symposium– Part 2
Tonight was the ribbon cutting ceremony officially opening the two day exhibition. Tall tables were distributed throughout the exhibition area where about 50 members and visitors gathered and enjoyed a wide delicious…
Barberry – Mission Impossible
This week’s bonsai tutorial takes us into the wild territory of the unexpected. An old, neglected Barberry—forgotten and not well-grown—becomes the centre of attention. At first glance, it might seem like a mission…
Tropical Bonsai Symposium– Featuring 3 Point Bonsai Displays
The Tropical Bonsai Symposium & Exhibition is being held on October 3-4, 2025. Sponsored by the Bonsai Shohin Society in San Juan, Puerto Rico the event is being held at Jardin Selecto, owned by the Morales family.…
Amazing pines at Michael Tran’s garden
One of several side trips on my recent visit to Germany took us to Heidelberg to see Minoru Bonsai, the garden of Michael Tran. Michael Tran Michael, who studied with Udo Fischer, among others, founded the garden in…
Bonsai Seed Kits?!
How do I grow a Bonsai from seed? And are these Bonsai seed kits any good? In this video Oscar tries two different bonsai seed kits. Spoiler alert: they aren't any good. Growing a tree from seed takes years until you…
The Autumn Light and the Dance of Deciduous Bonsai
As summer fades and autumn arrives, the light begins to soften. The sun sits lower in the sky, casting longer shadows and bathing the bonsai garden in a golden hue. This shift in light is not just a visual delight—it…
East Bay Bonsai Society and Lake Merritt
This past weekend was the East Bay Bonsai Society’s annual show in Oakland, CA, where I gave a talk about conceptual bonsai and ran a couple workshops. And I critiqued the show. The following photos are from the EBBS…
Famous Bonsai show #japan #bonsaitrees #bonsai #japanese #tokyo
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses