Our Bonsai Services
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Bonsai Repotting
Bonsai repotting service for all traditional outdoor species. This includes deciduous and conifer species. Repotting in Vancouver, BC typically begins in early March and goes on until April. Deciduous species are given early priority and we work our way down to the conifers with the season.
Prices Dependent on size of tree/root ball
Small < 22 cm height $50
Medium 23-55 cm height $80
Large > 55 cm $120
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Bonsai Pruning
Seasonal Pruning available for all bonsai species. Deciduous trees are typically pruned near the end of winter and into late spring. Conifer pruning is available year round. We typically de-candle Japanese Black Pines in July.
Prices dependent on size of tree/foliar mass
Small < 22 cm height $50
Medium 23-55 cm height $120
Large > 55 cm $120+
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Full Tree Wiring/Styling
Our specialty service that includes a full restyle of a conifer or deciduous tree. We style all types of trees, whether it’s an old tree that has lost its shape, a collected Yamadori, or a nursery tree. We wire deciduous near the end of winter. Conifers are wired year round using our in house annealed copper wire. Explore the gallery for styling examples.
Price estimates below. Final price largely depends on required carving and foliar mass
Small < 22 cm height $140-320
Medium 23-55 cm height $320-500
Large > 55 cm $500+
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Deadwood Carving
A specialized service of carving the deadwood on conifer species using both hand tools and rotary tools. Save yourself the time and energy with this labour intensive job.
Small < 22 cm height $80
Medium 23-55 cm height $120
Large > 55 cm $160+
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Design Consultation
If you are looking for design input but still want to do all the hands on stuff yourself. Consultation can be done at our garden or by inhouse visit, where we discuss best options for your bonsai tree. Mostly done in person but can also be done over email using sketches and photos.
$50 at BCB
$100 via inhouse visit within the Lower Mainland
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Custom Bonsai Pot
Commission a custom bonsai pot specific to your tree’s needs. We will work with you to create a pot that matches your size requirements as well as colour, and shape preferences. Small ‘shohin’ sized pots are made using the traditional ‘horinuki’ method and larger sized pots are hand built with slabs. Always fired in the mid-high range for freezing protection.
Prices determined by the longest side of the pot. Taller pots will use height for the price guide.
Small < 22 cm width $120
Medium 22-30 cm width $180
Large 30-40 cm width $280