Rocky Mountain Juniper Bonsai
NameRocky Mountain Juniper Bonsai
Species NameJuniperus scopulorum
Common NameRocky Mountain Juniper
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)50
Container Typebonsai pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresjin, shari, tapered trunk
Foliage Typescale-like
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityGood radial spread
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant blue-grey berries, dense scale-like foliage.
Description
This specimen showcases the characteristic scale-like foliage and abundant blue-grey berries (female cones) of the Rocky Mountain Juniper. While only a branch is visible, this species is highly valued in bonsai for its rugged appearance and ability to develop impressive deadwood features.
