Art of Chinese Bonsai

For over two thousand years, the Chinese have practiced the art of "pun-sai" now known as "penjing." Medicinal plants were first grown in containers so they could be easily transported.

The Chinese Art of penjing is noted for its unique style of animal designs such as dragons and birds made from the small branches of the miniature trees.

These trees are not just miniatures of larger trees. These miniatures are actually regular plants whose roots and crowns are carefully pruned to achieve the particular style of bonsai.

There is a difference in the Chinese style and the Japanese style. Penjing is also known as scenery on trays. The Chinese art represents more that a miniature version of a tree. It can also depict a small landscape. These landscapes feature miniature brooks and/or mountains with the trees.

There are three types of penjing:

Tree Penjing: This art form is similar to the Japanese in that it dwarfs trees to fit into small pots or containers.

Landscape Penjing: This type of art form uses rocks to depict mountainous regions beyond the miniature tree.

Water & Landscaping Penjing: This type makes use of three elements: the tree, rocks, and water.

The bonsai form is considered spiritual in the Chinese culture. It is believed that the closer man gets to nature, the better they can understand themselves. This is exhibited in the act of pruning, cultivating, and tending the plant.

The act of creating these beautiful pieces of art is said to be serene. If you are looking for a stress-free hobby, this may be the one for you.

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