Outdoor Bonsai — Ligustrum sinense — Chinese Privet — Clip and Grow Style — 5+ Years
A dynamic multi-trunk Penjing composition — this Ligustrum sinense (Chinese Privet) has been growing for 5+ years from a cutting and has been in active clip-and-grow bonsai training since 2026. At 5 cm, three distinct trunks rise from a shared base with graceful movement and good taper, each reaching toward the light in its own direction — a lively, natural forest silhouette in miniature. A remarkable amount of character for such a compact tree.
Chinese Privet is a vigorous and rewarding bonsai subject, perfect for year-round interest. Planted in a classic Chinese bonsai pot — a rich red-glazed rectangular form with footed base. Bold colour, clean lines.
- Species: Ligustrum sinense — Chinese Privet
- Classification: Semi-evergreen shrub
- Style: Clip and Grow — Multi-trunk
- Height: 5 cm
- Age: 5+ years (grown from cutting)
- Training since: 2026
- Classic Chinese bonsai pot — red glazed rectangular with footed base
- Display-ready
Care Notes
- Outdoor bonsai — full sun to partial shade
- Semi-evergreen — may lose some leaves in cold winters
- Water regularly — keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Repot every 2–3 years in spring using well-draining bonsai mix
Includes Free Book
This tree comes with a complimentary copy of Bonsai Affinity – My Bonsai One Times One by Dirk Goetze — a practical guide to keeping your bonsai happy and healthy. Added automatically at checkout.