Juniper

Juniperus

Evergreen coniferous trees or shrubs with scale-like or needle-like leaves.

Juniper Species

Below is a comprehensive list of Juniper species. While not all are suitable for bonsai, carefully review each species and its cultivars to identify ideal candidates for your bonsai project. Consider factors such as leaf size, growth habit, and adaptability to pruning when making your selection:

Juniperus chinensis

Chinese Juniper

Juniperus procumbens

Japanese Garden Juniper

Juniperus communis

Common Juniper

Juniperus rigida

Temple Juniper

Juniperus horizontalis

Creeping Juniper

Low-growing, spreads horizontally, excellent for cascade styles

Juniperus scopulorum

Rocky Mountain Juniper

Juniperus squamata

Flaky Juniper

Blue Carpet' cultivar works well

Juniperus recurva

Himalayan Juniper

Var. coxii good for bonsai

Juniperus formosana

Formosan Juniper

Fine foliage works well

Juniperus flaccida

Weeping Juniper

Good for cascade styles