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Some trees, like Oak, have a main or "Tap" root. If that is the only root available to support the tree it cannot be cut. Part of the time consuming training of a bonsai includes encouragement of new roots branching off of the trunk base prior to potting it up as a bonsai. When enough new roots are present the tap root can be cut so the tree will fit into a shallow pot.

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Do the bonsai tree bring good luck or fortune?

Does bonsai tree bring good fortunes.


How does the weight of the bonsai tree compare to the weight of a normal sized tree?

a bonsai tree can weigh from 100 to 150 grams, and a averge tree an weigh up to 1500lbs.


Where are bonsai trees native?

In China, but it was the Japanese who perfected the art. Bonsai is an art which people have to get a tree and plant it the best they can possibly do. It is the art of describing the environment miniaturized by using a variety of techniques to form, shape and care for the tree. The direct translation of "Bonsai" The art of growing a tree in a pot. Bonsai utilizes different training techniques to achieve desired styles. Typically bonsai trees are small compared to the tree it would represent in the wild, they usually rang from 6″-24″. The art of Bonsai dates back 2000 yrs to the Ming dynasty. Origins probably date back even further as the Japanese word Bonsai comes from the Chinese word "P'en Tsai" which sounds similar to bonsai and has basically the same definition. To restrict our interpretation of the word to a potted tree does not do it justice. This is an ancient art that dates back thousands of years. One could study bonsai his whole life and develop his style and art and it would be ever evolving and there would always be new facets to improve upon. The real essence of Bonsai is found in the Japaneses word's for art, there are three types of art in the Japanese language.


Is it illegal to own a bonsai tree outside of china?

Bonsai trees are associated with Japan not China and anyone anywhere can grow or own one.


What are the uses of bonsai trees?

a little set of plant usually put in a box or pot, you can put it on your desk or fridge, and it also can settle in your garden for the artistic appreciation. the bonsai is more beautiful than common one and usually be curved and lined artificially. How to make/start a bonsai tree; Bonsai are quite different from the average tree. Instead of just planting it, you take the blossoms from other trees and plant them into a small pot, water, and then wait. After 3-4 months, there will be growth. You must trim the roots every 3-4 months too. The bonsai plant species are quite interesting, for growing a plant from another plant isn't the ordinary. They are very cool, but take maintenance and patience, lots of patience.

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No, Sadly a bonsai tree is not lucky.


What does bonsai tree mean?

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Why give a bonsai tree for Valentine's Day?

If your partner will enjoy a bonsai tree, that's the best reason to give a bonsai tree for Valentine's Day.


Where is the bonsai tree located on poptropica?

The bonsai tree is in the Bonsai shop in Red Dragon Island. However, all you do is trim it.


Differences between the bonsai tree and the oak tree?

They can both be the same thing. Bonsai is the art of dwarfing trees, so you can treat an oak tree as a bonsai.


Is the word bonsai a noun or an adjective?

No. A bonsai (bonsai tree) is a dwarf decorative tree, and the name of the trimming art form. There is no adverb form.


What is a tree's main root?

A tap root!


Do the bonsai tree bring good luck or fortune?

Does bonsai tree bring good fortunes.


How is a normal tree made into a bonsai tree?

Normal trees cannot be made into a bonsai tree under any circumstance. The bonsai tree is a special species of plant that has been bred to have its current size.


Where do you find the bonsai tree on popropica?

You find it in the bonsai trees store