Larch Bonsai Tree | Hardy Bonsai with Amazing Seasonal Colours In Glossy Black pot
Product Code: OD502
£165.00 Original price was: £165.00.£115.00Current price is: £115.00.
Beautifully-Styled Deciduous Outdoor Larch (Larix) Bonsai in Glossy Black Ceramic Pot – Wonderful Seasonal Variation!
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This 14-year-old Larch (Larix) bonsai, potted in a glossy black ceramic pot, is a stunning example of bonsai artistry. As a deciduous conifer, the Larch tree features soft, feathery needles that turn vibrant yellow and gold in autumn before falling, revealing its elegant, graceful trunk and branch structure. The tree also produces charming little cones, which start as reddish buds and mature into small, woody cones, adding unique texture and visual interest.
The trunk has gentle and elegant shaping, with excellently placed branches that spread out beautifully. The exposed roots at the base of the trunk have been well designed, they complement the graceful trunk without stealing all of your attention.
Ideal for bonsai enthusiasts, the Larch bonsai offers year-round beauty and is easy to care for. Thriving best in full sun, it requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist. Regular pruning and occasional wiring help maintain its compact form and promote dense branching. This hardy and adaptable tree showcases a dynamic seasonal transformation, making it a captivating addition to any bonsai collection.
This variety of bonsai represents strength, protection and perception.
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Description
The Larch Tree: An Ideal Bonsai
The larch tree, known for its striking beauty and distinctive characteristics, makes an excellent bonsai. Belonging to the genus Larix, larch trees are deciduous conifers. Shedding their needles in winter, which sets them apart from most other conifers. They feature soft, feathery needles that turn vibrant shades of yellow and gold in autumn before falling, revealing an elegant branch structure in winter.
Why Larch Makes a Great Bonsai:
- Aesthetic Appeal: Larch bonsai have a naturally graceful and refined appearance, with delicate needles and a beautiful, often elegant trunk that adds character.
- Seasonal Beauty: Larches offer year-round visual interest, from fresh green needles in spring and summer to stunning golden hues in autumn, and bare branches that highlight the tree’s form in winter.
- Little Cones: In addition to their needle transformation, larch trees produce charming little cones. These cones start as reddish or pinkish buds, maturing into small, woody cones that add a unique texture and visual interest to the bonsai.
- Adaptability: Larches are hardy trees, well-suited to various climates, making them robust and resilient bonsai specimens.
Care for Larch Bonsai:
- Location: Larch bonsai thrive best outdoors in full sun, which promotes strong growth and vibrant needle color.
- Watering: These trees prefer consistently moist soil, but they should not be waterlogged. Regular watering is essential, especially during the growing season.
- Pruning: Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage a dense, compact form. Pinching back new growth helps control size and improve branching.
- Wiring: Wiring can be done to shape the branches, but it’s best performed in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
- Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years in early spring, using well-draining soil to prevent root rot.
- Feeding: We recommend feeding with a bonsai fertiliser weekly throughout the spring, summer and autumn.
Seasonal Colour:
Larch bonsai are renowned for their seasonal colour transformation. In spring, the tree bursts with soft, light green needles that mature into a lush, deeper green in summer. As autumn approaches, the needles transition to a brilliant yellow or golden colour. Thus, creating a stunning display before they fall, leaving the tree’s intricate branch structure visible in winter. This dynamic change, along with the appearance of its charming little cones, makes the larch bonsai a captivating addition to any bonsai collection.
Specification
✨ Specification
| Species | Larch (Larix) Larch trees make beautiful bonsai. During winter the branches are bare revealing intricate branch and twig structures. When spring comes, small bright green needle shaped leaves appear around the buds, giving the appearance of small green flowers. After watering little globules of water are trapped in the centre of the leaves, which sparkle in the sunlight. The foliage darkens during summer and in autumn turns bright gold. The bark also has great character. The Larch is easy to shape using pruning and wiring techniques. |
| Age (years) | 14 |
| Height (cm) | 41 |
Bonsai Variety
🍃 Variety
Larch (Larix) Larch trees make beautiful bonsai. During winter the branches are bare revealing intricate branch and twig structures. When spring comes, small bright green needle shaped leaves appear around the buds, giving the appearance of small green flowers. After watering little globules of water are trapped in the centre of the leaves, which sparkle in the sunlight. The foliage darkens during summer and in autumn turns bright gold. The bark also has great character. The Larch is easy to shape using pruning and wiring techniques.
Delivery
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(England, Wales & Southern Scotland) | Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | FREE |
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(Weekdays before 1pm) | Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | £8.99 |
| Weekend Delivery | Chosen Saturday or Sunday | £8.99 |
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| Northern Ireland | Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | £7.99 |
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Bonsai Care
🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
| Care | What to do | How often |
|---|
| Step 1 | Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. | Upon arrival |
| On arrival | In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. | Once on day 1 |
| Position | Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. | All year |
| Water | Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. | Daily check |
| Mist | Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. | Once or twice a week |
| Feed | Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. | Species dependant |
| Prune | Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. | As needed |
| Health | If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. | If issues arise |
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
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