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62 Top trees for bonsai

Evergreen stars

Evergreen trees retain their foliage all year round—but despite

these well and truly green credentials, they are far from dull. There
are plenty to choose from, including many that will flower and
fruit as well, but the conifers showcased here are full of
character, offering a subtle change of tone across the seasons.

The evergreen foliage that distinguishes let that put you off. Pine trees, for
this group is far more than just a decorative example, are initially quite imposing
feature: it is a powerhouse that runs all but if you understand a few basic
year round to generate the energy that the ideas, they can be transformed in
plant needs to grow. This explains why most a very short period of time. The
evergreens, particularly junipers, will react majority of conifers, particularly
very badly if too much foliage is removed pines, benefit from less frequent
at one time—essentially, you are expecting transplanting. Allow them to
them to operate in a power shortage. Many settle in the pot and develop
of the evergreen species used in bonsai are a strong root system.
conifers. They often require extensive wiring
in order to maintain their shape, but do not

Dense, compact, and
slightly shaggy foliage

Long, cascading branch
defines the movement,
with foliage pads that are
deliberately less refined