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When it comes to bonsai, selecting the right tree species for your local climate is key to success. Bonsai trees thrive in regions that suit the natural environmental needs of specific tree species — whether it’s the cold winters of temperate climates or the warmth of tropical zones. In this video, we’ll explore the best bonsai species for various climate zones and regions across North America, Europe, Asia & Oceania, and Latin America. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:38 - Temperate Climates 2:16 - Mediterranean and Warm-Temperate Climates 4:24 - Tropical and Subtropical Climates 5:55 - Arid and Desert Climates Best Bonsai tree species for temperate climates: Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) Azalea Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) Juniper (Juniperus) European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Japanese elm (Zelkova) Pines (like Pinus mugo) Wisteria Spruce (Picea) Best Bonsai Species for Mediterranean and Warm-Temperate Climates: Olive (Olea europaea) Bougainvillea Pomegranate (Punica granatum) Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) Juniper (Juniperus spp.) Buxus (Boxwood) Pines (like Pinus halepensis) Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) Best Bonsai Species for Tropical Climates: Ficus Retusa and Benjamina (Chinese Banyan) Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree) Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) Fukien tea (Carmona) Serissa (Serissa foetida) Corypha Palm (Corypha umbraculifera) Plumeria (Frangipani) Best Bonsai Species to be kept indoors: Ficus Retusa and Benjamina (Chinese Banyan) Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree) Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) Fukien tea (Carmona) Best Bonsai Species for Arid and Desert Climates: Pine Species (Pinus spp.) Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) Juniper (Juniperus spp.) Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) Acacia (Acacia spp.) Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses