Question about a problem with a Japanese White Pine Bonsai
We have just received this enquiry about a Japanese White Pine bonsai: Hi Lloyd, My sister got a bonzai tree not long ago and it has started to [...]
Bonsai Species
When choosing the perfect bonsai tree, it’s essential to recognise that different bonsai species have unique requirements. Some varieties are best suited to life indoors. They thrive in warm, stable conditions and adding greenery to homes and offices throughout the year.
Popular indoor bonsai species include the Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia), Sageretia (Sweet Plum), Carmona (Fukien Tea), Ficus, Zanthoxylum (Pepper Tree), Syzygium (Myrtle), Serissa (Snowrose), Jade (Money Tree), and Ligustrum (Privet). These are all evergreen choices that offer year-round interest and are ideal for beginners.
Outdoor bonsai species, on the other hand, depend on the natural rhythm of the seasons to flourish. Varieties such as Cherry Blossom, Juniper, Pine, Maple, Oak, and Silver Birch need natural light and fresh air. They also benefit from a winter dormancy period to remain healthy and strong. These species capture the beauty of nature in miniature form.They make stunning focal points in gardens, patios, and outdoor spaces.
Question about the care of an Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai
We received this indoor Chinese Elm question from Paul: Help!A friend of mine has left me his bonsai chinese elm to look after whilst on holiday until February.Which [...]
Question About Whether it is Necessary to Re-Pot a Bonsai…
Should he re-pot his bonsai? Hey, this may seem like a silly question, but i have just brought my first ever Bonsai tree a Oriental Lacebark Elm (Chinese [...]
Question from Lauren about weak roots on her Juniper Bonsai
Check out this question from Lauren about her Juniper bonsai roots Do you have a Juniper bonsai? Hi, I have a bonsai related question and wondered if you [...]
Question from Simon about leaf drop on a Chinese Elm bonsai
We have just received a message from Simon about the leaf drop on his large Chinese Elm indoor bonsai.It was delivered a few days ago and some of [...]
Repotting a 12 year old Chinese Elm bonsai – Holly
We often have customers ask if they could have one of our generic range bonsai in a nicer pot. This can be that they are unsure of how [...]
Restyling a Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree
This 30 year old Chinese Elm bonsai has not got a great shape, nor is it very refined or artistic. Holly has decided that she wants to completely [...]
Restyling a Chinese Juniper Bonsai Tree: Cleaning, Wiring & Styling with Bonsai Expert Lloyd Noall
Welcome to today’s blog, where I’m diving into the transformation of a remarkable Chinese Juniper bonsai tree! Battling a cold and sore throat won’t stop me from sharing [...]
Roseapple/Myrtle [Syzygium buxifolium] Beginners Flowering & Fruiting Bonsai
Roseapple/Myrtle - Indoor bonsai are a popular way to bring nature into the home, and the Roseapple (Syzygium buxifolium) bonsai tree is an excellent choice for those seeking [...]
Seasonal Pruning of a 30-Year-Old English Oak Bonsai
In this blog, we follow bonsai expert Lloyd Noall from Bonsai Direct as he performs a seasonal prune on a stunning 30-year-old English Oak bonsai—grown from an acorn [...]
Serissa foetida (Tree of a Thousand Stars) Bonsai Care Instructions
Please see the new 2020 bonsai care sheet for taking care of your Tree of a Thousand Stars/Snowrose indoor bonsai tree – Serissa foetida The Serissa foetida bonsai [...]
Silver Birch Bonsai Plant | Betula pendula – Perfect 25th Wedding Anniversary Gift (Silver Wedding)
The Silver Birch Bonsai Plant (Betula pendula) is a graceful deciduous bonsai known for its slender, elegant form and distinctive silvery-white bark. Its branches spread in a graceful [...]
Special Of – AMAZING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Higher Quality Oriental Tea Tree (Carmona microphylla) with dainty white flowers & matching drip tray
Special Offer! Highly recommended – We have grown some particularly wonderful twisty S-Shaped Oriental Tea Tree (Carmona microphylla) bonsai in blue pots with matching ceramic drip trays. The [...]
Sweet Cherry Blossom – Starter Bonsai!
We have 10 Sweet Cherry Blossom (or Prunus avium) starter bonsai ready for their new homes! These trees are 7 years old, they are roughly 50cm tall and [...]
The Perfect All Year Round Bonsai
Evergreen bonsai creating all year round interest. One of the many reasons that one may choose to purchase a bonsai as an interior house plant is that most [...]
