{"product_id":"trident-maple-bonsai-root-over-rock","title":"Trident Maple Bonsai Tree – Root Over Rock in Yixing Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple Bonsai Tree – Root Over Rock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e trained in the traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroot-over-rock style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining powerful exposed roots, natural stone and the beautiful seasonal character for which Trident Maples are renowned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcer buergerianum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly known as Trident Maple, is one of the most popular deciduous species used for bonsai. Its vigorous growth, relatively small leaves and ability to develop fine ramification make it particularly well suited to creating impressive, mature-looking bonsai specimens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot-Over-Rock Trident Maple Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of this individual tree is its established \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroot-over-rock formation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful exposed roots have been trained to follow the contours of the natural stone before reaching the growing medium below, creating the appearance of a mature tree that has established itself in a rugged landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the tree continues to develop, the relationship between the roots, rock, trunk and branch structure will become an increasingly important part of the overall composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout This Trident Maple Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual Trident Maple is planted in a quality \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 rock and structure of the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bonsai was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepotted in spring 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and subsequently \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprofessionally styled by John Armitage in late autumn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, refining its branch structure, movement and overall design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acer buergerianum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trident 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 Spring 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Professionally styled in late autumn by John Armitage\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 Exposed roots, natural rock, fine branching and seasonal colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple Seasonal Colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the attractions of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the changing appearance it provides throughout the seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh foliage emerges during spring and develops through the summer growing season before producing attractive autumn colours that can include shades of yellow, orange and red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing leaf fall, the exposed root-over-rock formation, trunk and branch structure become the main focus during winter dormancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple Bonsai Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoutdoor bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and should experience the natural changing seasons throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition the tree somewhere bright with good natural light and airflow. Some protection from extreme summer heat and strong drying winds can be beneficial, particularly when grown in a relatively shallow bonsai pot.\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. Good drainage remains important, so the roots should not be left permanently saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maples respond well to careful pruning and training, allowing increasingly fine ramification and a more refined branch structure to develop over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Professionally Styled Root-Over-Rock Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcer buergerianum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and traditional root-over-rock styling creates a bonsai with excellent structure and year-round character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts exposed roots and natural stone provide a strong permanent feature, while the changing foliage transforms the appearance of the tree throughout the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a quality Chinese Yixing pot, repotted in spring 2025 and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprofessionally styled by John Armitage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a distinctive specimen for anyone looking for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrident Maple bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with established character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show the actual Trident 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":52824375787787,"sku":"WOL 37","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/7618\/8683\/files\/IMG_8542.jpg?v=1768484866","url":"https:\/\/wayoflifebonsai.co.uk\/products\/trident-maple-bonsai-root-over-rock","provider":"Way of Life Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}