This California juniper was awarded the Best in Show 2009 at the Midori Bonsai Club‘s 40th annual show. It belongs to Peter Tea and comes to us via Bonsai Tonight (a great name for blog that lives up to it). The photo was taken by Jonas Dupuich, Bonsai Tonight’s author.
A tree with a story
In addition to the strikingly unusual section of deadwood that looks like it’s leaning against the trunk, this remarkable tree has its own story that involves some bonsai luminaries (Boon and Michael Hagedorn for instance), Boon’s backyard, styling questions and more. Check it out if you have time. Be careful though; you might get so taken in by what Jonas is up to, that you forget to come back here where you started.
Beautiful!
Thanks for posting the picture Wayne. This tree does have a long history and I’m glad I am now apart of it.
You are welcome Peter. It’s always a pleasure to feature great trees.