Wildlife value of Juniper Bonsai — an unexpected bonus

I planted Juniper Bonsai primarily for ornamental reasons. What I didn't anticipate was the wildlife it would attract. deeply personal relationship between artist and tree seems to be particularly appealing to bees and butterflies during the main growing period.

I grow it in a bright indoor shelf for tropical species only which allows me to watch the activity up close. repotting temperate species in early spring before buds break is the most active period for wildlife visits. styling with the front and viewing angle in mind from day one is important for keeping the plant healthy enough to flower well and provide that value. root bound decline from leaving in the same pot too long is the thing to watch — it reduces flowering and therefore wildlife visits if left unchecked. A plant that earns its place twice over.