Money may not actually grow on trees, but we have the next-best thing: A Braided Bonsai Money Tree!The Money Tree is more officially a Water Chestnut plant (Pachira aquatica), and it's one of the most popular variations of Bonsai in the world, especially in Asia. Its popularity is thanks to a number of factors, and make it into a truly excellent Bonsai for newcomers and enthusiasts alike.Let's take a closer look at the Braided Money Tree and see why it's become such a favorite.Five Rea …

While Bonsai tree cultivation is acknowledged as a primarily Japanese art form, other cultures in Asia have their own 'spin' on these miniature landscapes. Penjing is the Chinese variation on Bonsai, and for enthusiasts who want to add a little variety, hints of the Penjing style can create a truly distinctive setting, even among other Bonsai trees!There are three basic ways that Penjing varies from Japanese Bonsai:The pottery can be brightly-colored or of unusual shape.Penjing trees can ha …

If you're searching for a truly unique gift, Bonsai trees can be exactly what you're looking for. They're easy to care for, while giving the recipient a work of living art that they can craft into a perfect in-house or front-yard companion. Bonsai trees can stand as symbols of love, and eternity, and of the link between us and the natural world.But when is the best time to give a Bonsai tree? We've got a few ideas...The Top Five Holidays For Giving A Bonsai Tree5 - BirthdaysReally, …