{"product_id":"specimen-forsythia-bonsai-john-armitage-65cm","title":"Specimen Forsythia Bonsai | Exhibition Tree Styled by John Armitage – 65cm","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecimen Forsythia Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, previously exhibited as a show tree and admired for its mature character, beautifully developed structure and spectacular spring flowering display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis impressive specimen has been carefully cultivated and refined over many years, developing an established trunk, elegant branching and a commanding presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForsythia is particularly prized for its stunning seasonal transformation. During early spring, the tree produces an abundance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evibrant golden-yellow flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, often appearing before the foliage emerges, creating a breathtaking display against its mature bark and refined branch structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its genuine exhibition history and recent professional work by renowned UK bonsai artist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Armitage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a particularly desirable specimen for serious bonsai enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout This Specimen Forsythia Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForsythia bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has previously been exhibited as a show tree, reflecting its established character and the years of cultivation invested in its development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tree was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepotted in early 2026 into a quality Chinese unglazed bonsai pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complementing its mature appearance and providing fresh growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the 2026 growing season, the tree has also been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eworked on by leading British bonsai artist John Armitage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, further contributing to its ongoing development and refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring an impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e65cm x 65cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a substantial specimen with a strong visual presence, making it an excellent centrepiece for an established bonsai collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of exhibition history, professional refinement and spectacular flowering potential makes this a particularly appealing opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Forsythia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Forsythia Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 65cm x 65cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mature specimen bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibition History:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Previously exhibited as a show tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional Work:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Worked on by renowned UK bonsai artist John Armitage in 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Good light levels encourage healthy growth and help support the development of flower buds for the following spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly throughout the growing season, ensuring the soil remains evenly moist without becoming permanently waterlogged. During particularly warm weather, check the soil frequently to prevent excessive drying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForsythia flowers primarily on the previous season's growth, so pruning is generally best carried out shortly after flowering. This allows new growth to develop and mature in preparation for the following year's display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring winter, the tree naturally enters dormancy and sheds its leaves, revealing its mature trunk and branch structure. 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