Japanese Gardens
People from all over the world are interested in Japanese gardens. But often the principles behind Japanese gardens are often misunderstood by non-natives. In the modern West, showy flowers have become central in gardening. In Japanese gardens, emphasis is placed on form, foliage and structures, and the result is a study in simplicity.
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Introduction to Growing Bonsai Trees, Bonsai Tree Care
Introduction to bonsai tree care. Some bonsai trees are best grown indoors, others outdoors. Pruning, fertilizing, re-potting, watering and bonsai history are touched upon. Ficus and Norfolk Island pine are examples of bonsai plants for indoors, while junipers and maples are examples of outdoor bonsai plants.
Japanese Gardens - Introduction - Part 1
This feature introduces the topic of Japanese gardens, the principles of which are so often misunderstood in the West. In Part 2 below, I follow up with a feature that provides helpful photos and explanations of the elements that compose Japanese gardens.
Japanese Gardens - Introduction - Part 2
In Part 1 (link above), we looked at a text introduction to the principles behind Japanese gardens. In Part 2, that text will be supplemented by visual aids. This site walks you through all the aspects of Japanese gardens with some very helpful photos.
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