When you hear the phrase “Bonsai tree” you probably think of those tiny, ornate trees that people often keep as a sort of desk ornament. But in fact, Bonsai is not a type of tree at all—the word ...

A bonsai looks like a small work of art: delicate, elegant, and seemingly ageless. But for those trying this unique plant form for the first time, the question may arise: Isn’t a bonsai extremely ...