Outdoor Bonsai — Pyracantha sp. — Firethorn on Rock — Twin Trunk Penjing — 10+ Years

The crown jewel of the collection — this breathtaking Pyracantha sp. (Firethorn) has been growing for 10+ years and has been in dedicated bonsai training since 2022. At 40 cm, this is a commanding twin-trunk rock planting with a fully developed, dramatic composition: two expressive trunks rise from a rugged volcanic rock base, their roots gripping and cascading over the stone in a spectacular display of raw natural energy.

Come autumn, this tree ignites — clusters of vivid red and orange berries weigh down the branches in a spectacular seasonal display that stops people in their tracks. Pyracantha is one of the most rewarding bonsai species for four-season interest: spring flowers, summer foliage, autumn berries, and elegant winter silhouette.

The pot is a one-of-a-kind handmade NZ ceramic — a wide, low oval form with a stunning blue and gold drip glaze, crafted by a local NZ host potter. This is not a production pot — it is a piece of art in its own right, and it elevates this composition to gallery level.

• Species: Pyracantha sp. — Firethorn
• Classification: Evergreen shrub
• Style: Twin Trunk — Rock Planting (Penjing)
• Height: 40 cm
• Age: 10+ years
• Training since: 2022
• Seasonal feature: vivid red and orange berries in autumn
• Handmade NZ ceramic pot — blue and gold glazed oval, by local NZ host potter
• Display-ready — gallery-level composition

Care Notes

• Outdoor bonsai — full sun for best berry production
• Evergreen — retains foliage year-round
• Water regularly — avoid waterlogging; good drainage essential
• Fertilise through spring and summer to encourage berry set
• Repot every 2–3 years in spring using well-draining bonsai mix
• Wear gloves when handling — thorns are sharp

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.