Although the word potted plant It originated in Japan, and this art originated in China, about two thousand years ago, as an object of worship by Taoist monks. For them it was a symbol of eternity, as the tree represented the bridge between gods and men, heaven and earth. This discipline includes controlling the growth and size of shrubs and plants through different techniques such as transplanting, pruning, wiring and pruning. In turn, the branches must be shaped to give them a striking original shape.
he potted plant It grows in pots, and generally, any tree or plant can undergo this procedure.Of course for this you have to follow a series of guides to get it right otherwise the mini bushes can get damaged irreparable. This ancient teaching has become a trend in recent decades thanks to the flourishing of astrology, feng shui and energy.
There are four plants that are perfect for turning them into potted plant. Before starting to implement this technique, a number of aspects must be considered: Define its location; recommend indirect use of natural light, avoid movement; choose cultivars and take into account local climatic conditions, choose a suitable pot. Currently, there are containers created specifically for these small trees. Now yes, besides the common boxwood and beech, see what other types are best for this procedure.
Japanese Maple
It is a maple variety native to Japan and Korea. It is a shrub or small tree reaching a height of 6-10 m, rarely reaching 16 m, usually as an appendage in shady woodlands. Its leaves are purple in spring, darker in summer, and purple in autumn, very decorative. It can grow in temperate regions around the world.This tree is very suitable to be potted plant.
religious banyan tree
It is a species of Ficus native to Nepal, India. It is a large dry season tree with a height of more than 30m and a trunk diameter of more than 3m. The leaves are heart-shaped with distinctive tendrils at the tips. It is a shrub that needs sun and heat, with at least 6 hours of sun exposure per day. Sub-zero temperatures can seriously damage it.
cotoneaster or grinolera
This species comes from China. They are evergreen shrubs with arching branches that can reach a height of more than 3 meters. The leaves are oval, light green above and white below; but in autumn they take on a reddish tinge. This tree is perfect for those new to the discipline of bonsai. It can grow in full sun and partial shade. Of course, you have to protect it from the cold.
Baobab
Adansonia is a genus in the Malvaceae family whose members are trees commonly known as baobabs, bottle trees, or baobabs. Several of its species grow on the island of Madagascar. It is a tree with a large trunk, shaped like a bottle. It can reach a height of 5 to 30 m, with a crown diameter exceeding 11 m. This giant plant is easy to grow in pots and become a small shrub. It only needs temperate or hot climates, and be careful in areas with very harsh winters.
