The Japanese art form of bonsai involves growing miniature trees in pots or other containers. This is a very old tradition, going back over a thousand years.
Why Bonsai?
There is no specific purpose in bonsai - first and foremost, it's an art. There is the creator of the bonsai tree on the one hand - who gets to exercise their ingenuity, patience and creativity while growing the tree. On the other hand, there is the viewer - just like with any other for of art - who gets to contemplate the miniature bonsai tree.
History
The Japanese form of bonsai stems from the Chinese penjing practice and migrated to Japan between the 6ht and 9th centuries AD, when small trees were brought from China to Japan as souvenirs. Over time, the practice has evolved both in its philosophy as well as artistic and creative approach.
How to Grow a Japanese Bonsai?
The bonsai is initially created from some source material - typically a seedling or a cutting of a tree. Not all species are suited for this. The plant is then shaped and cut to remain rather miniature in size. As the tree reaches the intended size, it is replanted into a pot that will from then on restrict the plant's growth.
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