For artistic effect, many Japanese maple bonsai trees have an upright informal habit featuring a trunk that is either contorted, multi-stemmed or slanted. Carefully dislodge the soil from around ...

The oak bonsai tree prefers well-draining soil with good water retention capacity. A mixture of Akadama, pumice, and lava rock is a great option for bonsai soil. The oak bonsai tree should be ...