Lonicera Japonica (Japanese Honeysuckle)

Slanting (Shakkan) style. Slanting style bonsai were inspired by the images of trees growing next to rivers, their trunks slanting towards the river, their branches reaching down to the water’s surface, full of poetic essence. The bonsai designer has left one horizontal branch on the right-slanting trunk, shifting the center gravity of the tree to the left, bestowing the dynamic form with visual balance.

The Japanese Honeysuckle is a semi-evergreen and is most suited for environments with sunlight but can also survive in the shade. Its soil should be kept moist at all times. The evergreen blossoms with white and yellow flowers between the months of May and July, giving it the name Japanese Honeysuckle. 

Please note that all items offered in this selling exhibition are subject to specific Terms of Sale  and Authenticity Guarantee.  Prospective buyers are advised that due to restrictions on the exportation of soil, it may not be possible to export the Bonsai from Hong Kong.  In addition, the exportation of living plants (without soil) is subject to the obtaining of any necessary licenses and certificates.  Bonsai require special regular attention and periodic professional care.  Clients are advised not to purchase these specimens unless they are fully committed to such care.  Please refer to the Terms of Sale and Important Notices displayed in the Sotheby’s Hong Kong Gallery or request a copy from Sotheby’s staff.