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Fantastic selection of quality Bonsai tools for growing and styling beautiful indoor and outdoor bonsai trees. Pruning bonsai is essential to maintain shape, proportions and promote back budding to create beautiful foliage pads. We stock a wide range of tools from Bonsai Scissors, wire and wire cutters, potting tools to soil scoops, Bonsai kits and misters.

Delivery to most areas of the UK is FREE of charge. You can also choose the most suitable delivery date – perfect if you are ordering as a gift, for a birthday or Christmas present.

Bonsai scissors, Concave Cutters, Knob Cutters, Branch Cutters and Root Shears form the basic tool kit for all Bonsai Trees. We also sell Bonsai tweezers. You can buy a complete comprehensive tool kit in a black case to keep the tools protected and together.

If you are struggling to know where to start the most essential tool is a long handled pair of bonsai pruning scissors – this will always be your go to tool.

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Beginners Bonsai Care Kit – The Essentials
Rated 5 out of 5
Original price was: £20.47.Current price is: £14.99.
Bonsai Twig Shears | High Quality Tools
£29.99
Beginners Bonsai Basics – Great Care Essentials for all Bonsai Varieties
Rated 4.5 out of 5
Original price was: £25.97.Current price is: £19.99.
Liquid Bonsai Fertiliser (T92)
Rated 5 out of 5
Price range: £9.99 through £11.99
Bonsai Mist – 300ml spray
Rated 4.86 out of 5
£11.99
Bonsai Tree Wiring Kit
Rated 4.6 out of 5
£23.99
The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook
Rated 4.93 out of 5
£4.99
Bonsai Soil Scoop – Duck Egg Blue
Rated 5.00 out of 5
£7.99
Plant Invigorator – 500ml [Suitable for all bonsai]
Rated 4.8 out of 5
£14.99
SB Plant Invigorator Non-Toxic, Bee Friendly Organic Bonsai Pesticide (250ml Makes 25L)
£14.99
Chinese Long- Handled Bonsai Pruning Scissors
Rated 5 out of 5
£10.99
Provanto Fungus Fighter Plus
£13.99
Bonsai Root Shears | High Quality Tools
£29.99
Long-Handled Bonsai Fine Pruning Scissors [210mm] | High Quality Tools
£29.99
Comprehensive Bonsai Tool Kit
Rated 5 out of 5
£52.99
Bug Clear Ultra Soil Drench – Treats Vine Weevil, Aphids, Soil Pests, Scale Insect & Mealy Bug
Rated 3 out of 5
£17.75
180mm Long Handled Bonsai Pruning Scissors | High Quality Tools
£29.99
Bonsai Branch Cutters 170mm [Side Cutters/Concave Cutters] | High Quality Tools
£36.99
Bonsai Knob Cutters 180mm
£18.99
Bonsai Knob Cutters 180mm | High Quality Tools
£36.99
Bonsai Knob Cutters 210mm | High Quality Tools – Larger Sized
£39.99
Larger Bonsai Branch Cutters 210mm [Larger Side Cutters/Concave Cutters] | High Quality Tools
£39.99
Chinese Heavy Duty Bonsai Shears
Rated 5 out of 5
£18.99
Coir Bonsai Brush (T74)
Rated 4.5 out of 5
£8.99
Concave Bonsai Branch Cutters 180mm
£18.99

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Mark Smith

Great quality and reasonably priced , which makes these perfect for beginners and more advanced alike.

180mm high quality jin pliers

Jin Pliers | High Quality Tools

Samantha Baker

I recently bought my first Ficus and it came with a small feed, scissors and this book amongst other things. I found the book to be very informative, especially for a newbie like me. Id definitely recommend you add this to your order if you haven't already.

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

Thomas Mitchell

Really good, glad I bought this with a tree!

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

Clara

Really handy little guide, especially for a novice like me!

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

Philip Green

I recently bought Chinese sweet plum with liquid food and several other bits and bobs the tree is as was , the whole process was 1st rate highly rated very pleased thank you

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

Paul Christie

I have used rose clear before and needed some more due to insects in my bonsais and I was worried about my Chinese elm? I ordered the rose clear on Monday and it came on Tuesday! Amazing service and the items never leaked and was well packed for protection! Bonsai direct are an amazing company as they care about their bonsais and accessories! And care about their customers! They are always on hand to answer any questions to help their customers! If I could I would give bonsai direct more stars!

Bug Clear Ultra Soil Drench - Treats Vine Weevil, Aphids, Soil Pests, Scale Insect & Mealy Bug

Bug Clear Ultra Soil Drench - Treats Vine Weevil, Aphids, Soil Pests, Scale Insect & Mealy Bug

Nicholas

Got my first bonsai as a bday present. After seeing a YouTube video from you I decided to buy a basic care package. The book is really instructive. From the start of caring to wiring. Can’t wait to see the results for my Carmona tree!

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook

Mark

Really good advice given on products to get the best from your bonsai.

Plant Invigorator suitable for bonsai trees

Plant Invigorator - 500ml [Suitable for all bonsai]

Karen Gregory

This lovely little scoup came with the repotting set that I ordered and has proved very useful. The whole experience was first class with delivery earlier than expected. Fantastic service.

Bonsai Soil Scoop - Duck Egg Blue for repotting bonsai & indoor plants

Bonsai Soil Scoop - Duck Egg Blue

Bonsai Tools & Accessories – Everything You Need for Styling & Care

Proper care and styling are essential for maintaining the beauty and health of your bonsai tree. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced bonsai enthusiast, having the right bonsai tools and accessories is crucial for shaping, pruning, and ensuring optimal growth. Our collection includes high-quality bonsai scissors, branch cutters, fertilisers, pesticides, wiring accessories, care kits, and more to support your bonsai journey.

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Perfect for Shaping and Training Your Bonsai

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Bonsai Tools - Expert Overview by Lloyd Noall

Trusted by growers: Rated 5 out of 5
Reliable, everyday tools: Rated 5 out of 5
Carefully selected essentials: Rated 5 out of 5
Built to last: Rated 5 out of 5
Purpose-designed for bonsai: Rated 5 out of 5

“Good bonsai tools don’t just make the job easier – they fundamentally change how you care for your trees.”

I’ve been growing and teaching bonsai for decades, and one thing I’ve learned very early on is that the right tools matter far more than people realise. At Bonsai Direct, our bonsai tools and accessories collection isn’t built around gimmicks or trends. Instead, it’s shaped by years of hands-on experience, trial, error, and knowing exactly what works at the bench.

When beginners first start, they often try to improvise with household scissors or garden tools. Unfortunately, that usually leads to torn cuts, damaged bark, and slow healing. Proper bonsai tools are designed to work with the tree, not against it. Sharp, well-balanced scissors allow you to prune cleanly and confidently. Good branch cutters remove growth without crushing fibres. And the correct wire and wire cutters let you shape branches safely, without stress or scarring.

What I’m particularly proud of is that our range caters just as much to beginners as it does to experienced growers. You don’t need an overwhelming collection of tools to get started – just a few well-chosen, purpose-built items. That’s why we focus on tools that are intuitive to use, comfortable in the hand, and reliable over time. As your skills grow, those same tools continue to serve you well.

Our fertilisers, mists, and care products follow the same philosophy. They are effective, gentle, and designed specifically for bonsai rather than adapted from general gardening products.

“I always say: bonsai should feel calming, not complicated. The right tools remove frustration and let you enjoy the process.”

We deliberately keep our care guidance clear and uncluttered. Our care sheets don’t overload you with theory or conflicting advice because bonsai should be learned gradually, through observation and practice. Tools should support that journey, not intimidate it.

Whether you are wiring your first branch, repotting a favourite tree, or refining an established bonsai, having dependable tools gives you confidence. They allow you to work slowly, thoughtfully, and with respect for the tree. That’s exactly how bonsai should be approached.

Our bonsai tools collection reflects how we actually grow trees here at the nursery. These are tools we trust, use daily, and confidently recommend – because good bonsai care starts with the right equipment in your hands.

Lloyd with his spring collection of bonsai trees

Lloyd has decades of experience in the art of bonsai and is the founder of Bonsai Direct. He started selling bonsai trees commercially in 1995, nearly 30 years ago.

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