I am just beginning to become intersted in Bonsai, or caring for a Bonsai Tree. Admittedly, I know nothing about it, have not begun to explore books, but am coming here to this section for my first information.

Just because of curiosity, and my "do it yourself" nature, coupled with financial reasons, I am looking at Bonsai Kits that grow from seed. See the link below for an example

1. Is this just silly, and as a first timer, I should just buy an established Bonsai tree?

2. How long (how many years???) would it take for it to actually look like the Bonsai I see in nurseries?

Here is a link that might be useful: Bonsai Kit from Seed