Best Flowering Bonsai Trees for Beginners

1. Azalea (Rhododendron spp.)

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Vibrant blooms, which can be pink, red, white, or purple. They are deciduous shrubs that bloom in spring.

 2. Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.)

bougainvillea bonsai

Known for its colorful bracts that surround tiny flowers, Bougainvillea can produce blooms in shades of pink, purple, red, and orange.

3. Wisteria (Wisteria spp.)

Wisteria bonsai winter care

Wisteria is famous for its cascading clusters of fragrant flowers, typically in shades of purple or white.

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4. Magnolia Stellata (Star Magnolia)

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This tree produces large, star-shaped white flowers in early spring, providing a stunning display.

5. Prunus Mume (Japanese Apricot)

Prunus mume bonsai with flowers

Known for its delicate white to pink flowers, this tree blooms in winter and is significant in Japanese culture.

6. Fuchsia (Fuchsia spp.)

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Fuchsias are known for their unique, pendulous flowers, which come in vibrant colors like pink, purple, and red.

7. Carmona (Carmona retusa)

Fukien tea bonsai tree

Also known as Fukien tea, this tree produces small white flowers and is often used for indoor bonsai.

8. Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

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Hibiscus trees produce large, colorful flowers and can bloom nearly year-round in suitable climates.

9. Cherry Blossom (Prunus serrulata)

Cherry Blossom Bonsai

Cherry blossoms are iconic for their stunning pink flowers that blanket the tree in spring.

10. Apple Bonsai (Malus domestica)

Apple bonsai in a pot

Apple bonsai trees produce beautiful flowers followed by edible fruit, making them both ornamental and practical.

11. Peach Bonsai (Prunus persica)

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Peach bonsai trees are known for their lovely pink flowers and delicious fruit.

12. Jasmine (Jasminum spp.)

jasmine bonsai care tips

Jasmine produces fragrant white or yellow flowers and is often used for its aromatic qualities.

13. Pomegranate (Punica granatum)

pomegranate bonsai fertilizer

Pomegranate bonsai trees produce bright orange-red flowers and small, edible fruits.

14. Citrus Bonsai (Citrus spp.)

Orange tree bonsai

Various citrus species produce fragrant flowers and fruits, making them popular choices for bonsai.

15. Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica)

crepe myrtle bonsai

Crepe myrtle trees offer long-lasting blooms in various colors, including pink, purple, and white.

16. Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.)

Hawthorn bonsai with flowers

Hawthorn trees produce clusters of white flowers and small red berries, adding seasonal interest.

17. Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia)

Jacaranda bonsai with flowers

Known for its stunning purple-blue flowers, the Jacaranda creates a breathtaking display when in bloom.

18. Quince (Chaenomeles spp.)

Quince bonsai with flowers

Quince bonsai trees are valued for their bright red blooms in late winter and early spring.

19. Natal Plum (Carissa macrocarpa)

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This indoor tree produces white flowers and edible berries, making it both decorative and functional.

20. Dwarf Brush Cherry (Eugenia myrtifolia)

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This tree produces small white flowers and is popular for its dense foliage and attractive berries.

21. Camellia (Camellia japonica)

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Large flowers that bloom in various colors, including white, pink, and red. They are evergreen shrubs that add year-round beauty to bonsai collections.

Karen Phillips author Gratitude Heart Garden

Karen Phillips, Bonsai expert and blogger. Read more about me here

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