The unexpected joy of growing Azalea Bonsai

I planted Azalea Bonsai without expecting much and it's become one of the most satisfying things in my garden. deeply personal relationship between artist and tree is something I couldn't have predicted from looking at it in a nursery. You only understand it once the plant is established and performing.

I keep it in a dedicated display stand at eye level for appreciation which is perfect for it. wiring branches during the growing season while wood is flexible was the thing I got lucky getting right early. vigorous growing season requiring wiring and pinching stopped me in my tracks the first time I saw it. root bound decline from leaving in the same pot too long is a real thing — just check regularly and deal with it quickly.