Juniper Bonsai

Juniper Bonsai: The Ideal Species For Beginners?

The Juniper Bonsai is listed among the best species for someone who is still a beginner in this ancient form of art. That is because they are hardier than other species and can tolerate adverse conditions well enough. They are also typically characterized by long life spans.

Juniper Bonsai Tree – Trained (juniper procumbens nana)

This dwarf Juniper from Japan is the most popular evergreen in the U.S. When we think of a traditional bonsai and what it should look like we think of a “Juniper Procumbens Nana”. They are very hardy, long-lived and tolerate many adverse conditions. Trained style.
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Juniper Bonsai Tree – Juniper Senior (juniper procumbens nana)

This is an excellent species for indoor growing, and is available in several varieties. Another good thing about this particular plant is that it is very versatile, which makes it suitable for just about any style that you want your Bonsai collection to have. This is why it is most often recommended to new practitioners. All you really need to produce a top quality specimen is the right knowledge, a good Fertilizer, some basic tools and a Bonsai humidity tray.

Juniper Bonsai
wired juniper bonsai

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Caring For Juniper Bonsai

Among the most important things you need to take note of as regards caring for Juniper Bonsai trees is that regular fertilizing naturally encourages vigorous growth. The healthy foliage may then be finger-pinched in order to achieve your desired shape. Finger-pinching is done simply by holding a branch between your thumb and forefinger and then pinching it off.

Remember to pinch off unnecessary branches before it grows too long, and be sure to pinch off side shoots as well. Be careful not to pinch off branches too hard, though, as that can cause juvenile growth or a case of ‘browning off.’

Fertilizing Juniper Bonsai

When you fertilize your tree, be sure to use a nitrogen fertilizer of good quality. Remember as well that this species thrives in bright light, so it is advisable to place it under direct sunlight for about four hours each day. Wiring needs to be done during the winter months.

Bonsai Boy’s Slow Release Bonsai Fertilizer Pellets

3 oz. packs
Easy to use

Just sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of these slow release bonsai fertilizer pellets on top of the soil. Each time you water, the tree will receive nutrients. One application will last 3-6 months.
4oz.

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