r/Bonsai is a subreddit with 370k members. The community frequently discusses bonsai, juniper, maple, styling, and pine, and the most common flair used is show and tell, discussion question, styling critique, inspiration picture, and long-term progression.
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
: "One of my oldest tridents heading off to its new home 🥲"
62 posts
#2
Discussion Question
: "Found this oak yamadori at my parents property does you think it has potential?"
15 posts
#3
Styling Critique
: "First potting and structural styling of small yamadori spruce growing from rotting stump"
11 posts
#4
Inspiration Picture
: "Sekka Forest at Wattson Bonsai in Scotland"
6 posts
#5
Long-Term Progression
: "I don’t think I’m made for this hobby"
4 posts
#6
Pro Tip
: "Before and after !!"
3 posts
#7
Video
: "Juniper revived and recovered!"
2 posts
#8
Museum/Professional Nursery Visit
: "Nan Lian Gerdens"
2 posts
#9
Vendor Post
: "My propagation list for the year so far"
1 post
#10
Meta
: "Where to buy akadama and lava rock in Australia, or recommend a readily available bonsai soil that is actually APL. I'm looking for normal/medium grain APL for my medium bonsai + fine grain akadama for mame (if it wasn't difficult enough :( )"
1 post
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Last updated: September 18, 2026