One of the things I like most about Bonsai is the fact that it is a living art. Bonsai trees change over time as well as through the seasons. Especially deciduous trees show these changes; in the color of their leaves and by growing fruits or flowers. In this post we show Bonsai in their spring and summer colors.

Bonsai artist Luis Vallejo (from Spain) agreed to do a series with Bonsai Empire; the seasons of Bonsai. This second edition shows the spring and summer. Enjoy these amazing photos!

Acer palmatum, in early spring.

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Malus kaido (Toro Suzuki) from Japan, in early spring just before the flowers appear.

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The same Malus kaido in full bloom.

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Accent plant.

Accent plant.

Accent plant.

Taxus cuspidata, styled by Masahiko Kimura.

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Ficus carica (Fig).

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Pseudocydonia sinensis, styled by Masahiko Kimura.

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Pinus sylvestris, collected yamadori.

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Acer palmatum “Benichidore", from Japan.

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Magnolia stellata, just before the flowers open, in early spring.

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Prumus mume (Chinese plum), styled by Shinji Suzuki.

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We kindly thank Luis Vallejo for providing the photos, visit his museum website here. Register to our Bonsai newsletter to be notified when the next edition is published! The photos are from Miguel Krause.