Celtis/ Hackberry Bonsai
Rarely seen in the UK, Hackberrys are a fairly commonly used species in America and Asia where hotter summers are beneficial to vigorous growth.
Deciduous Bonsai Species
Bonsai and Tree Species that lose their leaves go dormant during the Winter months.
Carpinus/ Hornbeam Bonsai
Although slow starters, Hornbeam become very vigorous growers. Hornbeams prefer long growing seasons with hot summers however their leaves burn if not given some protection from the sun at the height of summer.
Carmona/Fukien Tea Bonsai
In temperate regions the Fukien Tea is not hardy and are considered indoor trees for much of the year. Though easily available at bonsai outlets, the Fukien Tea can be difficult to look after, particularly for beginners.
Buxus species/ Box or Boxwood bonsai
Boxwood have many good characteristics that are useful for bonsai. Dark green leaves that reduce well, naturally short internodes and they can take hard pruning that prompts prolific back budding.
Bougainvillea glabra/ Bougainvillea
A strong-growing, evergreen climber with glossy, elliptic mid-deep green leaves. Favoured for white to magenta flowers borne on the ends of new growth from Summer to Autumn in the UK. Frost tender.
Rhododendron species/ Azalea Bonsai
The Rhododendron genus is massive and includes anything between 500-900 species depending on which authority you consider. Some species are so similar to others that they are listed as subspecies rather than distinct species in their own right, others are established hybrids (such as Kurume and Satsuki) that are sometimes regarded as species in their own right.
Acer palmatum varieties/Japanese Maples
Acer palmatum are deciduous small trees and shrubs, with opposing odd-numbered (anything from 5-11) pointed leaves, native to Japan, China and Korea. There are at present hundreds of varieties in cultivation. They are very popular for use as bonsai due to their ready ability to respond to most bonsai techniques, beautiful foliage and graceful branch structure.
Acer Buergerianum / Trident Maple Bonsai
Acer buergerianum, the Trident Maple, is grown in many parts of the world as a ‘Street’ tree due to its tolerance of pruning, dry soil and air-pollution, these attributes also make it excellent material for bonsai culture…
