{"product_id":"large-mature-trident-maple-bonsai-tree-85cm","title":"Large Mature Trident Maple Bonsai | Development Tree – 85cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Mature Trident Maple Bonsai – Exceptional Development Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly impressive \u003cstrong\u003eTrident Maple bonsai (Acer buergerianum)\u003c\/strong\u003e with commanding presence, substantial trunk development and excellent foundations for becoming a highly refined specimen bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e85 × 65cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a particularly substantial tree with the maturity, natural movement and established character that can take many years to achieve. It offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced bonsai enthusiast to take an already powerful tree through the next stages of its development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree is deliberately being offered as a \u003cstrong\u003ework-in-progress bonsai rather than a finished specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its future design remains open to interpretation, giving the new owner the opportunity to make considered decisions around branch selection, structure, styling and final presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCurrent Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree is currently \u003cstrong\u003egrowing strongly\u003c\/strong\u003e in an oversized plastic training pot, providing space for continued root and tree development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts next stages will include careful repotting into a more appropriately proportioned bonsai pot with suitable \u003cstrong\u003efree-draining bonsai soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside structural branch selection and ongoing refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith several potential styling directions available, the new owner has the opportunity to work with the tree's existing movement and character to create a more defined and balanced final composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree is growing strongly and is ready for appropriate \u003cstrong\u003ewinter maintenance and development work\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trident Maple – \u003cem\u003eAcer buergerianum\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\u003eStage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature work-in-progress \/ development tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 85 × 65cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oversized plastic training pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong and actively developing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuture work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repotting, branch selection, structural styling and refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent foundations for a future specimen bonsai\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\u003eA Serious Tree for Further Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a tree for an enthusiast who enjoys the process of \u003cstrong\u003ecreating and refining bonsai\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than simply purchasing a finished specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial trunk and maturity are already there. The next chapter is about making the right decisions around structure, ramification, balance and eventual pot selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith thoughtful development over the coming years, this impressive Trident Maple has the potential to become a \u003cstrong\u003epowerful and highly individual specimen bonsai\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the \u003cstrong\u003esize and maturity of this tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, we recommend discussing delivery or collection with us before purchase so that the safest and most appropriate method can be arranged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact \u003cstrong\u003eWay of Life Bonsai\u003c\/strong\u003e for additional photographs, measurements or further information about the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Way of Life Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53341527179531,"sku":"WOL 366","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/7618\/8683\/files\/IMG_7534.jpg?v=1788507579","url":"https:\/\/wayoflifebonsai.co.uk\/products\/large-mature-trident-maple-bonsai-tree-85cm","provider":"Way of Life Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}