What kind of juniper is best for bonsai?

Chinese Juniper
The two most popular juniper species for bonsai with scale-like foliage are the Chinese Juniper and the Japanese Shimpaku. The Japanese Shimpaku is actually a variety of Chinese Juniper which was originally found in the mountains of Japan.

Can a juniper bonsai survive indoors?

Most bonsai varieties are happiest outdoors. But juniper bonsai trees can tolerate indoor growing if they’re kept in the right conditions. Providing adequate light, temperature, and humidity levels will be your biggest challenge.

How fast do juniper bonsai trees grow?

Most juniper varietals will grow at a steady pace, adding between 6 and 12 inches of height per year. Since some juniper species are low-lying ground cover shrubs, they also make fantastic cascading bonsai due to their natural downward growth habit.

How do I thicken my bonsai trunk?

The only way for a trunk to grow thicker is to let the tree grow freely in a large container, without pruning it for several years. Once you are satisfied with the thickness of the trunk you can train it again and place it in a smaller pot.

How long can bonsai trees go without water?

Many bonsai trees that have become popular for their easy care only need water every two weeks; this means that the tree enjoys not being watered for a long period. At an absolute max, a tree that is left in the perfect location of your home can go without water for up to three weeks.

Do juniper bonsai need full sun?

Filtered or shaded sunlight outside is best for your Juniper bonsai. Allow your Juniper bonsai to get low intensity morning sunlight when possible and avoid the direct afternoon sunlight. Green Mound Junipers love lots of bright light with a minimum of four hours direct sunlight a day.

What are the different types of juniper trees for bonsai?

Common Juniper bonsai (Juniperus communis). The mature, or scale-like, foliage of a Juniper sabina bonsai (Juniperus sabina var. sabina). Juniper sabina bonsai (Juniperus sabina var. sabina). Species and varieties suitable for bonsai. The classic Juniper for bonsai is often referred to as the Chinese Juniper.

Can You prune a juniper bonsai tree?

Do not trim the juniper like a hedge because the removal of all growing tips will weaken the tree and the cut will turn the needles brown. When the foliage pads become too dense they must be thinned out with sharp scissors at the base. The Juniper Bonsai is generally a strong tree that also withstands aggressive pruning very well.

Can junjunipers be used for bonsai?

Junipers have foliage of two types, needle-like juvenile foliage and scale-like adult foliage, species that exhibit predominantly one or the other are used for bonsai cultivation.

How did your Sabina juniper change in your studio?

It arrived in my studio as raw, untouched material. It’s amazing how Sabina junipers change with only minor cleaning. Its attractive features were hidden beneath layers of dirt. With a trunk splitter, I begin to tear the wood.