{"product_id":"mountain-maple-bonsai-exhibition-tokoname-pot","title":"Mountain Maple Bonsai – Exhibition Specimen in Antique Tokoname Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMountain Maple Bonsai – Exhibition Quality Specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMountain Maple bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e displaying outstanding structure, highly developed ramification and a powerful, mature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enebari\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. With a broad 95cm canopy and impressive winter silhouette, this is a serious specimen tree with the refinement and presence for exhibition display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60cm high x 95cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the tree has a particularly impressive width-to-height ratio, creating a powerful, mature composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is paired with a very old \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Tokoname show pot by Suishouen Hekisui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding further quality, provenance and collector appeal to an already outstanding bonsai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout This Mountain Maple Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual specimen was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepotted and styled in March 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and has been developed to a high level of refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mountain Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 60cm high x 95cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very old Japanese Tokoname show pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot Maker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suishouen Hekisui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotted:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e March 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyled:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e March 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mature deciduous specimen bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large nebari, mature ramification, broad canopy and exceptional winter structure\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\u003eDisplay Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for UK bonsai exhibitions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful Nebari \u0026amp; Mature Structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining characteristics of this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMountain Maple bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is its impressive nebari.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial surface root structure creates a powerful visual foundation, anchoring the tree and contributing significantly to the impression of age and maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbove this, the established trunk supports a broad, carefully developed branch structure extending across the tree's impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95cm width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of strong nebari, trunk development and increasingly fine ramification gives this specimen the proportions and visual maturity sought after in high-quality deciduous bonsai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional Ramification \u0026amp; Winter Image\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tree is particularly impressive during winter dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the foliage has fallen, there is nowhere for the underlying quality of a deciduous bonsai to hide. The trunk line, primary branches, secondary structure and increasingly fine ramification are all fully exposed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe developed branch structure of this Mountain Maple creates an excellent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewinter silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the tree to remain visually impressive even without foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis level of ramification takes considerable time and careful cultivation to develop and is one of the characteristics that separates mature specimen bonsai from younger development material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful Seasonal Transformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring spring, fresh Maple foliage completely transforms the appearance of the tree as it emerges from winter dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe broad canopy develops throughout the growing season before changing again as autumn approaches, providing the seasonal colour for which Maple bonsai are particularly admired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing leaf fall, attention returns to the powerful nebari, trunk and highly developed branch structure, giving the tree a completely different appearance during winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Tokoname Show Pot by Suishouen Hekisui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tree is presented in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every old Japanese Tokoname bonsai pot by Suishouen Hekisui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTokoname has a long association with Japanese bonsai pottery, and quality older pots can themselves be highly desirable to serious bonsai enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe age, proportions and character of this pot complement the maturity of the Maple, creating a complete composition rather than the pot simply serving as a container for the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMountain Maple Bonsai Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoutdoor bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and should remain outside where it can experience natural seasonal changes and winter dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bright but appropriately sheltered position with good airflow is ideal. Protection from extreme summer heat and strong drying winds can help preserve the quality of delicate Maple foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly throughout the growing season and avoid allowing the root ball to dry out completely, particularly during warmer periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a specimen at this stage of development, ongoing work should focus primarily on maintaining its established structure, preserving the fine ramification and continuing careful refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Exceptional Exhibition Maple Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60cm high x 95cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a substantial and highly refined Mountain Maple with genuine presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epowerful nebari, mature ramification, exceptional winter image and broad established canopy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes this a significantly developed specimen suitable for serious collectors and bonsai exhibition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts pairing with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every old Suishouen Hekisui Tokoname show pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e adds another level of interest and provenance to the overall composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a collector searching for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emature Mountain Maple bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexhibition bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or highly refined deciduous specimen, this is an exceptional individual tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show the actual Mountain 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":51859294880011,"sku":"WOL6","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/7618\/8683\/files\/IMG_0660.jpg?v=1751735416","url":"https:\/\/wayoflifebonsai.co.uk\/products\/mountain-maple-bonsai-exhibition-tokoname-pot","provider":"Way of Life Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}