Boxwood Bonsai

Description

The Boxwood Bonsai is a classic, resilient choice for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. Known for its dense, evergreen foliage and naturally compact growth, this slow-growing shrub lends itself beautifully to bonsai shaping. With small, glossy green leaves and a rugged trunk that ages with character, Boxwood brings elegance and strength to any collection.

🌿 Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla or Buxus sempervirens

• Style: Ideal for formal and informal upright bonsai styles

• Foliage: Tiny, rounded evergreen leaves with a glossy finish

• Growth Rate: Slow and compact

• Trunk Texture: Develops thick, gnarled bark over time

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Watering Needs: Keep soil evenly moist; prefers good drainage

• Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 6–9

🪴 Why You’ll Love It:

• Beginner-Friendly: Tough, forgiving, and easy to maintain—perfect for newcomers to bonsai.

• Elegant Appearance: Dense leaf clusters and refined branching create a lush, manicured look.

• Versatile Styling: Suitable for a wide range of bonsai techniques and forms.

• Long-Lived Beauty: Ages gracefully, with bark that cracks and adds character over time.

📏 Available Sizes:

• Pre-bonsai starter (4–6 inches)

• Trained bonsai trees (8–12 inches, various shapes)

• Mature collector specimens available on request

🌱 Care Tips:

• Prune regularly to encourage branch ramification and maintain shape.

• Repot every 2–3 years in early spring with well-draining soil.

• Protect roots from extreme heat and freezing temperatures.

• Fertilize monthly during the growing season for best health and growth.