{"product_id":"korihime-maple-root-over-rock-bonsai","title":"Korihime Maple Bonsai Tree – Japanese Root Over Rock Bonsai","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorihime Maple Bonsai Tree – Japanese Root Over Rock Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorihime Maple bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroot-over-rock styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where the exposed roots have been trained across natural stone to create a miniature landscape full of character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorihime is a desirable Japanese Maple variety for bonsai cultivation thanks to its compact growth, attractive foliage and ability to develop refined proportions. Combined with the dramatic root-over-rock formation, this individual tree offers interest both during the growing season and throughout winter when its branch and root structure becomes more visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot-Over-Rock Bonsai Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of this specimen is its established \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroot-over-rock structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe roots have been trained across the contours of the stone before continuing into the growing medium below. This creates the appearance of a mature tree naturally establishing itself around exposed rock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the bonsai continues to develop, the relationship between the roots, rock, trunk and branch structure will become an increasingly important part of its overall character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout This Korihime Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual Korihime is planted in an attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Yixing bonsai pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing a traditional presentation that complements the natural stone and exposed root structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tree was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepotted in early spring 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is established for continued development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Korihime Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Root-over-rock bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chinese Yixing bonsai pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotted:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early spring 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deciduous outdoor bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact foliage, exposed roots, natural stone and seasonal colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClimate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for UK outdoor cultivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasonal Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a deciduous Maple, Korihime changes considerably throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh foliage provides spring interest before developing through the summer growing season and into attractive autumn colour. Following leaf fall, the exposed branch structure, roots and rock become the focus of the tree during winter dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis seasonal transformation is one of the reasons \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Maple bonsai trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remain so popular with bonsai enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorihime Bonsai Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorihime should be grown outdoors where the tree can experience the natural changing seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bright, sheltered position is ideal, with some protection from intense midday summer sun and strong drying winds to help protect its delicate Maple foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly during the growing season and avoid allowing the root ball to dry out completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareful pruning and training can be used to maintain the tree's proportions and encourage increasingly fine branching as the bonsai develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Distinctive Japanese Maple Specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining a compact Japanese Maple variety with an established root-over-rock design creates a bonsai with plenty of visual interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exposed roots and stone provide permanent structure, while the changing Maple foliage transforms the appearance of the tree throughout the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show the actual Korihime Maple bonsai tree for sale, so you will receive this individual specimen rather than a stock example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Way of Life Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52832343163147,"sku":"WOL 58","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/7618\/8683\/files\/IMG_8826.jpg?v=1768838828","url":"https:\/\/wayoflifebonsai.co.uk\/products\/korihime-maple-root-over-rock-bonsai","provider":"Way of Life Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}