/r/Bonsai/

r/Bonsai

371k members
r/Bonsai is a subreddit with 371k members. The community frequently discusses bonsai, juniper, maple, styling, and pine, and the most common flair used is show and tell, discussion question, long-term progression, styling critique, and blog post/article.
A sub dedicated to bonsai trees and associated plants and art styles. Focusing on bonsai techniques (growing, styling, wiring, repotting), sharing & critiquing member trees, bonsai care and general help. Get more trees!

Popular Topics in r/Bonsai

#1

Bonsai

130 posts
#2

Juniper

14 posts
#3

Maple

10 posts
#4

Styling

9 posts
#5

Pine

8 posts
#6

Progression

5 posts
#7

Advice

5 posts
#8

Elm

4 posts
#9

Japanese Maple

4 posts
#10

Cypress

4 posts

Flair Used in r/Bonsai

#1
Show and Tell
: "Large Premna Microphylla"
44 posts
#2
Discussion Question
: "Massive Chinese holly and Japanese holly stumps. Worth saving?"
8 posts
#3
Long-Term Progression
: "Portulacaria Afra - Ports"
3 posts
#4
Styling Critique
: "Clearance Spruce"
3 posts
#5
Blog Post/Article
: "Budget Bonsai Weekend Haul"
2 posts
#6
Museum/Professional Nursery Visit
: "Old Souls in Small Pots"
1 post
#7
Exhibitions and Shows
: "Local show in North East Italy"
1 post
#8
Humor
: "These Yamadori are getting out of hand!"
1 post
#9
Weekly Thread
: "[Bonsai Beginner's weekly thread - 2026 week 41]"
1 post
#10
Beginner's Question - POST IN WEEKLY THREAD
: "After five years process. What is still missing from this bonsai ?"
1 post

Member Growth in r/Bonsai

Yearly
+26k members(7.5%)

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Last updated: October 15, 2026