Small trees, big commitment. Curator Daniel shares some beginner guidelines to get you started in designing your first bonsai: 1 Avoid crossing branches. 2 Wire branches down to create the illusion Pros and cons of growing tomato plants upside down Haxnicks Meet the Burle Marx Flame Its pointed leaves, long stems and unique texture makes this is must have for any plant collector. , Bright, indirect light. , Water when the top 23 inches of soil Dracaena, Marginata 10" Chalet bonsai tree with lilac chrysanthemum flowers Stock Photo Alamy