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Bonsai Seeds : Myth Or Reality
First, we need to clarify that there are no such thing as seeds, or seeds that when planted naturally become a beautifully trained bonsai. The seeds only grow into upon special care and miniaturizing methods, which entails no genetic alteration of the trees. If not properly treated, the so-called seeds will produce normal sized trees.
Aside from seeds, there are many ways to develop a bonsai: nursery stock, garden plants, or cuttings. Beginners would usually start with a that is already in some level of development, and slowly learn the special care required by the bonsai. At some point, a enthusiast would delve deeper by learning miniaturizing techniques, and how to wire and prune the bonsai. Advanced enthusiasts would not stop here, and the urgency to start from scratch becomes irresistible. They will attempt on developing from seeds.
Growing from seeds provides many rewards to any enthusiast. Obtaining from seeds is the simplest and most natural propagation method, and perfecting the art will make life easier for a enthusiast. Doing so will make one take absolute control over the bonsais development right from the start. However, growing from seeds require a sufficient amount of patience. Not only does it entail the risk that the seeds will not grow, but it also requires a huge amount of time, more specifically with slow-growing trees. If one is lucky enough, the will develop from the seeds within five years time.
If one is up for more adventure and risk, he could search the
seeds on his own and identify what type of tree the seed will produce. It is best to seek seeds during autumn. It is risky because one does not have an idea on what the seeds had gone to, whether it had been attacked by parasites or exposed to some other diseases. On the other hand, commercially produced seeds have less risk of parasites and diseases.
Obtaining from seeds sure is tedious, but it can be very rewarding if one plans to become an expert in acquiring plant materials. The uncertainty factor of growing from seeds also make enthusiasts want to learn more in perfecting their craft. The different factors that contribute to the seeds failure to grow into a give enthusiasts a never-ending room on improving currently known methods serving as an inspiration to discover and investigate new ways to make propagation easier. Lastly, it is nonetheless rewarding to see a sprouting from a seed that one has taken care of from the start. What more of a fully grown that one has planted on his own, pruned and wired by himself, and taken special care by himself. It surely is a labor of love. Owner of www.mishobonsai.com , has been practicing for over 8 years. Found a distinct interest in propagation, especially seeds. Mishobonsai.com sells tree seed and provides tree informations.
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