10 Best Bonsai Trees UK 2023 | The Little Botanical, Simply Plant and More

It's the beautiful presentation of this kit that struck us first. Everything, from the 46-page instruction booklet to the pots themselves, is decorated in a calming purple and white colour scheme. It's a sign of the care and effort that Simply Plant has put into this product.

The toolset is also comprehensive and well-constructed; even the pots come in three parts, including a propagation cover containing moisture, and you get a selection of five different plant species. It's slightly more expensive than other similar sets, but it's absolutely worth paying the extra money for this kit.

Kokedama is the Japanese art of growing plants inside small moss balls. It offers a unique and visually appealing alternative to traditional pots of soil, and it works exceptionally well with bonsai trees, which are deeply ingrained in Japanese culture. 

This one comes with a 10 cm high ready-grown ficus ginseng tree and a neat little tray for support. It's perfect for those looking for a tranquil, natural display or who wish to express a love of all things Japanese.

This 'Bonsai of the World' growing kit offers a selection of five different bonsai trees from around the world that you can grow at any time of year. Included are seeds for larch, sweet gum, pine, redbud and juniper trees.

Not only is this selection fit for all weathers, but it also caters to all experience levels. For example, the larch and the pine are ideal for beginners, while the redbud requires a little more skill. A comprehensive eBook explains everything you need to know, and better yet, this kit's packaging is made from 100% recycled and recyclable material.

One of the best ways of improving the look of your bonsai tree is to place it in a visually appealing planter. The sellers of this bonsai tree are clearly aware of this, as this plant comes in a beautiful, glazed ceramic pot that's perfect for gifting.  

What makes this extra impressive is that this is a Chinese-style pot, and this – in combination with the Chinese characters that decorate its side – makes it particularly apt for housing a bonsai tree, which is a symbol of strength, intuition, wisdom, and love in China.

The 'Easy Bonsai Starter Kit' lives up to its name by including everything a beginner could need. As well as seeds for four different types of tree (Red maple, Japanese black pine, Judas tree and wisteria), it also features various tools and tags for labelling the different plants. 

This kit is incredibly popular on Amazon, and it's easy to see why. Grow Buddha is a reputable garden and homeware company, and the comprehensive eBook included in this kit makes it super easy to grow healthy trees, even if you're an absolute beginner.

It's probably the green-leaved ficus ginseng tree that springs to mind when you think of bonsai trees, but the red Japanese maple tree is perhaps even more stunning. The deep red colour of its leaves is hard to miss.

Japan has practised the art of bonsai for centuries, and if you're looking for a tree that celebrates these roots, the Japanese maple is a great choice. Its striking red colour might not provide the same calming effect as the ficus ginseng, but it makes an impressive statement.

Growing kits are great, but sometimes you want a headstart and the ability to appreciate your bonsai tree immediately. This 7-year-old bonsai tree comes fully formed, but it also includes bonsai food and pruning scissors so you can maintain its good looks.

This kit is perfect for those who want a tree they can enjoy caring for without having to worry about the initial stages of growing it. Of course, you don't get to witness the magic of your seedling bursting into life, but you do get to enjoy your tree straight away with minimal stress.

This gorgeous two-plant set from renowned houseplant sellers, The Little Botanical, includes a fully grown ficus ginseng bonsai tree and a Sansevieria Punk, which is prized for its NASA-certified air purifying properties!

Both come in beautiful ceramic pots, making them ideal for adding a natural touch to a modern home as well as gifting. Just be aware those beautiful pots rack up the price a fair bit. So if you're looking for something more affordable, it may be better to grow your own bonsai tree.

If you're somebody that appreciates variety, you'll love this bonsai tree growing kit. It includes an impressive range of seeds for eight different trees, including the luminous purple wisteria and the fiery red flame tree.

Everything you need to get started is included, such as biodegradable pots and trimming scissors, and a detailed instruction manual and video tutorials will help you learn the ropes. It's aimed at beginners, but newbies may find this eight-tree selection a little overwhelming and prefer something a little more manageable.

Bonsai trees are beautiful, and tending to them as they grow can be an immensely rewarding experience. If your life is busy, however, you may find that remembering to water and prune your plant is stress you could do without, and that's where artificial trees like this one come in.

It's not possible to tell from a distance that it's not a real tree, and its bright green colour will add a natural touch to your home – even if it's not entirely natural! We'd argue that the experience of growing a real tree is much more gratifying, but this is perfect for those looking for a quick and easy solution.