Procumbens Nana Juniper (Cloud Style) XL Bonsai Tree
House of Bonsai
Species: Juniperus procumbens 'Nana'
Estimated Age: About 4 - 5 Years
Height: About 5 - 6 Inches
Trunk Size: About 1/6 Inch
Lighting: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Type: Evergreen
Difficulty: Easy
This species is the most popular tree used as bonsai for beginners. Their compact small thorny light green foliage grows into branches over time. During the summer months, it has strong growth patterns. The branches stay flexible for a longer period of time compared to other bonsai materials. It's possible to make virtually any sort of style with this species.
Not only that, they're forgiving for beginner level caretakers with their hardiness and semi-drought resistant qualities. It's an evergreen tree, so it can be enjoyed all year long without dropping all of its leaves. It's also known as "Dwarf Procumbens Juniper".
This particular one has been trained for a couple of years to have a basic simple sideways cloud shape to it. Because of its small size, it has the potential to grow up into virtually any style of bonsai that you want. This is a great starting foundation for caring for a new bonsai tree!