Buddleja & Myrtle
This dual-species composition pairs a commanding 33cm Myrtle bonsai with a softly textured Buddleja accent, creating a naturalistic and visually balanced scene. The Myrtle leads the design with its fuller canopy and elegant taper, while the 28cm Buddleja, set subtly behind, enhances depth and fills negative space with light foliage. Together, they form a harmonious dialogue of texture, scale, and structure.
Details:
- Species: Myrtle (Myrtus communis) & Buddleja spp.
- Primary tree height: ~33 cm
- Primary trunk base: ~4 cm
- Accent tree height: ~28 cm
- Accent trunk base: ~2 cm
- Style: Informal upright with companion planting
- Pot: Decorative unglazed round ceramic
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Skill Level: Intermediate
Notes: This pairing benefits from careful pruning to maintain the visual relationship between the trees. The Buddleja adds a soft, silvery contrast to the rich greens of the Myrtle, creating a refined composition for collectors who appreciate layered aesthetics.