The Cotoneaster is a very popular bonsai due to the fact that it is so hardy and easy to care for, plus, of course, it looks great. This genus consists of more than 200 different plants and includes deciduous, semi-evergreen and ever-green shrubs. The best varieties for bonsai growers are C. horizontalis, C. Microphyllus. and C. Compacta Nana plus others.
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The cherry bonsai tree ticks a lot of boxes – if you are looking for a bonsai plant which flowers, is easy to look after and can be grown indoors or outside, then this is the bonsai for you. The cherry tree is a part of the ‘Rosacea’ family which also includes roses. Interestingly, plums, apricots and damsons are actually also a part of the cherry family.
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It is no wonder why so many people love the gardenia bonsai tree. They have a beautiful appearance as well as fragrant flowers; it makes a wonderful lively display that is bound to lighten up any room or space that it’s decorating. All bonsai species need extra care and attention, and the gardenia bonsai is no exception. So here are a few ‘must do’s in order to keep this beautiful plant at its best all year round
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