Ancient civilization - Greece, Italy, Egypt, Babylonia etc, most probably kept potted plants, whether it be for decorative, medicinal, nutritional, transporting and even religious purposes. In the east, notably China, the cultivation of potted plants, especially those of the woody variety had crossed into another dimension. The transition from ordinary untrained plant material, to a living work of art conveying spiritual qualities had taken place.
Japan's Bonsai tradition is also very ancient, received from China, new styles and techniques were developed which paved the way for many stunning and award winning Bonsai. China has also had its fair share of success with many exquisite displays of Penjing (Original form of Bonsai).
The term Bonsai literally translated means 'dwarfed tree grown in a pot' but the definition means much more to the bonsai enthusiast - the creation of a miniaturised natural landscape by man's intervention - controlling nature itself. Bonsai creations can be a single lonesome tree or a dwarf forest or tiny landscape - originally aesthetically to reflect space, time and movement...
It is the combination of traditions and disciplines from other Asian countries including Taiwan and Vietnam, South Korea and India that has strongly influenced our perception of bonsai today.
Little Woods Bonsai Nursery are specialists in the cultivation, propagation and courses regarding bonsai. We appeal to enthusiasts and to the very beginners alike. This fascinating interest is absorbing and is about creating something of beauty. It is relaxing and can be challenging at the same time...
Here at Little Woods Bonsai Nursery we are your guiding hand and only too happy to assist you on your journey.
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