History
The tree
was destined for the tip until
rescued by a passerby who is an avid
bonsai enthusiast. The tree (or
should be say, vine) is estimated to
be about 70 years old and only began
its training as a bonsai early in
2003.Several trunks were cut away in
order to conform to a recognized
bonsai style and all the foliage as
you see it today was re-grown on the
bare wood. Bougainvillea make
stunning Bonsai and flower at least
twice a year. They are very hardy
and easy to train. The ideal focal
plant where a showy tree is needed
in your outdoor area. Over
time and with constant pruning, the
Bougainvillea seem to lose their
thorns.
Her Fame
We are proud to
say that she has been featured in
the following two books overseas.
While bougainvillea grow well in
Indonesia and are featured as
specimen plants, there seems to be
little use of this species as
bonsai. Maybe they might gain in
popularity now.
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