Resources
Free app to track your trees
Bonsai Archive - https://bonsaiarchive.com
Care guides for 90+ bonsai species, plus a free app for keeping each tree's care log and history. Built by our very own club member Charles Gough.
Where to buy Bonsai
When buying, consider:
Your experience level: Beginners often do well with easy-to-care-for species like Hawaiian Umbrella, Ficus, Japanese Maple, or Juniper.
Indoor vs. Outdoor: Not all bonsai are suited for indoor living. Be sure to choose a species appropriate for your climate and intended growing environment.
Budget: Bonsai prices can range from affordable starter trees to very expensive aged specimens. We recommend starting with cheaper plants as the learning curve is steep and many hobbyist kill a few trees along the way.
Reputation of the seller: Look for sellers with good reviews and a track record of healthy trees and good customer service.
New England Bonsai Gardens (A Bonsai nursery in Bellingham, MA) - https://www.nebonsai.com/
Bonsai Outlet (New England Bonsai’s on-line store) - https://www.bonsaioutlet.com/
Bonsai West (A bonsai nursery in Littleton, MA) - https://www.bonsaiwest.com/
Eastern Leaf - https://easternleaf.com/
Calibonsai Depot - https://calibonsaidepot.com/
American Bonsai (For 10% discount enter code ccbc10) - https://www.americanbonsai.com/
Stone Lantern Bonsai - https://stonelantern.com/
Learn how to care for Bonsai Online
The best way to learn how to care for your Bonsai is in person at our meetings. There you can get one-on-one support specific to the trees in your collection and your experience level. If you want to reach mastery with this artform, these are some online resources you might consider as well.
Bonsai Empire
Bonsai-U
