The classic Juniper bonsai is a natural hybrid species of Chinese Juniper. Since some Junipers can live for 200 years, caring for your Juniper Bonsai can give you a beautiful plant that will last a lifetime (and then some!)

The Juniper is an evergreen coniferous shrub which can be found in mountains and forests everywhere in the world. Their needle like leaves turn scaly as the tree matures and have a blueish green to light green shading with an occasional silvery variation. There are over 50 species of Juniper, many of which are long lived, but some only live for 2 or 3 years after being turned into Bonsai plants.

Your Juniper Bonsai is relatively easy to care for as it is pretty much disease free. It thrives in full sun bu must be protected from the hot midday sun. In cold climates you must also protect your bonsai from frost.

If you plan to grow your Juniper Bonsai indoors, make sure you have the appropriate lighting. These plants also need a bit of a humid environment so misting can help. Be careful when watering and be sure that you water until soil is most, but don