THE BONSAI PROJECT
Tools and apps for bonsai tree design and care.
Welcome
Here are tools and apps for local bonsai guides, bonsai tree design, pot sizing and generating ideas for your bonsai. Enjoy
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Newest Tool: Find and create guides for
Local Bonsai
Can't find information for your local area or species? This app is the perfect tool to help find and create guides specific to your location. You can even export your guide as a PDF and print it out for your wall.
Use the map to find your location and the app will show you all the bonsai guides near you. If there are none in your area, consider creating one to help others out.
Are you more interested in creating a 1-sheet schedule for your bonsai? You can create your own guide outlining yearly timings, comments and soil composition.
You've found or created a bonsai guide that you love. Now you can export it as a PDF and print it out for your wall. This way you can always have the information you need at a glance.
Popular Tool: A step-by-step
Bonsai Designer
Don't delay your bonsai tree design any longer! This app is the perfect tool to help you practice, experiment, and improve your design over time. Start now and never forget your plans again.
Discover the potential of your bonsai tree by outlining its structure and finding the perfect front. Take the first step towards creating a masterpiece.
Don't be afraid to experiment with various orientations, styles, deadwood, and foliage combinations. Keep trying until you find the perfect combination. Try, try and try again.
Don't forget to repeat this process for all trees and always revisit your designs for improvements.
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Bonsai Composer
Stuck on how to style your bonsai? Check out this quirky app that whips up new designs every two seconds! Customize the movements, taper, and direction to your heart's content.
Try Pots Online
Struggling to find the perfect pot for your bonsai? Join the club! But fear not, upload a photo of your bonsai and play around with over 100 pots in various shapes, colors, and sizes. Let the fun begin!
Bonsai Painter
Upload your bonsai and start painting with textured branches, detailed foliage and coloured brushes. If you are interested in designing your bonsai, check out the new Bonsai Designer app instead.
Apps
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Articles
Here are some articles about bonsai design to get you started. The list will be updated as more are written.