{"product_id":"korean-hornbeam-bonsai-yixing-pot-31cm","title":"Korean Hornbeam Bonsai | Yixing Pot – 31cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacterful Korean Hornbeam Bonsai – Styled by John Armitage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully developing \u003cstrong\u003eKorean Hornbeam bonsai (Carpinus turczaninowii)\u003c\/strong\u003e combining elegant proportions, fine foliage and an attractive established branch structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKorean Hornbeam is highly regarded amongst bonsai enthusiasts for its \u003cstrong\u003esmall leaves, textured bark and ability to develop exceptionally fine ramification\u003c\/strong\u003e. Throughout spring and summer, the tree carries rich green foliage before transitioning through attractive seasonal colours as autumn arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e31 × 26cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this compact tree already has plenty of character and provides excellent foundations for continued refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyled by British Bonsai Artist John Armitage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular tree has been \u003cstrong\u003estyled by leading British bonsai artist John Armitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, establishing a considered structure and direction for its continued development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe professional styling provides a strong framework while leaving its next owner plenty of opportunity to develop greater ramification, branch density and an increasingly mature silhouette over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCurrent Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree was \u003cstrong\u003erepotted in spring 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e and planted into an attractive \u003cstrong\u003eChinese Yixing bonsai pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, complementing the proportions and character of the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has continued to develop well following its repotting and styling and is an excellent example for someone looking for an established bonsai that can continue improving with appropriate seasonal work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korean Hornbeam – \u003cem\u003eCarpinus turczaninowii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoor deciduous bonsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 31 × 26cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese Yixing bonsai pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Styled by British bonsai artist John Armitage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine green foliage with attractive autumn colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevelopment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established and continuing to refine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe photographs show the actual bonsai tree you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeautiful Throughout the Seasons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKorean Hornbeam is particularly rewarding because its appearance changes considerably throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh foliage emerges during spring before developing into a rich green canopy throughout summer. 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