The Karate Kid Bonsai | 14-Year-Old Chinese Juniper Tree

14-Year-Old Chinese Juniper Bonsai | The Classic Starter Tree

This 14-year-old Chinese Juniper Karate Kid Bonsai (Juniperus chinensis) is a real showpiece. It’s full of strength, character, and movie-star charm. With its angular, zigzag trunk design and aged, reddish flaky bark, this tree embodies everything we love about traditional bonsai styling. It’s bold, powerful, and wonderfully expressive.

This is a bonsai that immediately draws the eye — compact in height yet bursting with presence and personality. The shape feels alive, full of motion, and perfectly balanced between ruggedness and elegance.

🌿 A Bonsai Icon — Loved by Beginners and Masters Alike

If there’s one bonsai species everyone recognises, it’s the Chinese Juniper — made famous worldwide by Mr Miyagi’s tree in The Karate Kid. Its timeless beauty and forgiving nature have inspired generations of bonsai enthusiasts, from first-timers to lifelong growers.

This is the number one bonsai for beginners who want to learn the art of styling. The flexible branches are perfect for practicing wiring and shaping, while the tree’s hardy evergreen nature makes it one of the most robust and reliable outdoor species you can own.

It thrives in a bright position in the garden, enjoying plenty of light and fresh air. The Juniper likes its soil slightly on the dry side (just damp, never soaked), so it’s ideal for anyone who doesn’t want to water every day.

🌳 About This Tree

This particular bonsai has an impressive zigzag trunk that gives it instant drama and movement. The reddish, aged barkadds warmth and authenticity, while the dense evergreen foliage stays fresh and vibrant year-round.

It’s beautifully presented in a soft blue glazed ceramic pot with graceful cloud-shaped feet — a brand-new container that perfectly complements the tree’s natural tones and flowing structure. The combination of the pot and tree gives it a peaceful, refined look while maintaining real strength of character.

✨ Why This Juniper Karate Kid Bonsai Is So Special

• 14 years old – shaped and refined over time for perfect proportion

• Iconic species – the Karate Kid Juniper loved worldwide

• Perfect for beginners – hardy, forgiving, and easy to style

• Ideal for learning wiring and pruning techniques

• Evergreen foliage and aged reddish flaky bark for year-round interest

• Prefers bright outdoor conditions and slightly dry soil

• Low watering needs – easy to care for and resilient

• Potted in a soft blue glazed ceramic pot with elegant cloud feet

• Includes a printed care guide for confident growing

🌱 Care & Presentation

The Chinese Juniper is one of the easiest bonsai to look after, making it a fantastic choice if you’re just beginning your bonsai journey. It rewards even gentle attention with healthy growth and long-lasting beauty.

Each tree comes with a printed care guide written by our experts, offering straightforward advice on watering, pruning, and positioning so you can enjoy caring for your bonsai with confidence.

🚚 Delivery Information

• Free next working day delivery to most UK addresses (order by 3:15pm)

• Choose your preferred delivery date at checkout

• Weekend and morning delivery options available for a small charge

• Scottish Highlands, Islands & Northern Ireland: allow 2 working days with a £7.99 surcharge

• All bonsai are securely packaged and include a printed care guide

✨ You will receive this exact bonsai pictured — a stunning 14-year-old Chinese Juniper with real presence, history, and charm. Hardy, handsome, and full of character, it’s a tree you’ll love from the very first day — and one that will grow with you as you learn the art of bonsai.

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Height (cm): 33
Pot Size (cm): 18 x 14
Trunk Diameter (cm): 1.5
Age (years): 14
Bonsai Pot: Leaden blue glazed ceramic bonsai pot
Evergreen Outdoor Bonsai