LV Bonsai is the biggest Bonsai tree nursery in Kent, with close links to the M25/M2/M20/A20 and A2 road networks. The nursery is a 30 minute drive from London, 40 minutes from Gatwick, 1 hour from the South coast or ten minutes from Bluewater. Lee Verhorevoort Bonsai caters for everything that the Bonsai tree enthusiast could want, at the most competitive prices.
As one of the largest importers of specimen Japanese Bonsai trees into the UK, you cannot falter to find something that will appeal to all the senses. All year round, the nursery is awash with an array of colour, texture and aroma from the vast variety of Bonsai trees that are on sale here.
As one of the largest importers of specimen Japanese Bonsai trees into the UK, you cannot falter to find something that will appeal to all the senses. All year round, the nursery is awash with an array of colour, texture and aroma from the vast variety of Bonsai trees that are on sale here.
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Lee Verhorevoort first became interested in Bonsai as a teenager. Having kept Bonsai, initially as a hobby, Lee took a Saturday job on a Bonsai nursery in his early teens, which became permanent on completion of his schooling. When he was 18, Lee took the commendable step to live and work in Japan, gaining valuable, first-hand experience of growing and refining Bonsai trees.
Bonsai tuition can be very helpful in gaining hands on experience with all aspects of Bonsai. The group workshops, under the guidance of Lee, cater for the complete beginner through to the more advanced Bonsai enthusiast. Workshops are available on weekdays or at weekends. During the workshop there is an interval for lunch.
The Maple family consists of many different species, these all come under the genus of Acer, this includes some common varieties such as the Sycamore tree "Acer Pseudoplatanus". The Japanese Maple family mainly comprises the Acer Palmatum (Mountain Maple) and Acer Japonicum species which the Japanese call "Momiji".
The Japanese White Pine family consists of many different sub varieties. This makes a big difference in how you should treat them for training into Bonsai. The most popularly used strains for Bonsai is what the Japanese call Yatsabusa, which means many buds. It has tight compact growth which is particularly easy to create dense foliage pads quickly.
The Yew tree has become one of my favourite species of Bonsai to work upon. This is mainly due to the ease of styling and the dramatic contrast between the lush green of the foliage and the beautiful reddish bark that they purvey. TAXUS 'baccata' - "English Yew" - green leaves lighter in colour to its Japanese counterpart.
Reviews (9)
Adam Cross
Jul 12, 2021
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First time down to Lee today, exceedingly helpful guy and gave me his time of day! Gave me some helpful tips and also made me feel super welcome. I’ve heard a lot of good things about Lee and I certainly wasn’t disappointed, got a great selection of trees for great prices to. I came away with 2 really cool trees and a new pot for one of my pines. Walked away a very happy customer. Thanks so much!
George Prott
Jul 12, 2021
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Andy Noon
Dec 12, 2020
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Sarah Yeubrey
Oct 20, 2020
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We travelled a long way here today to pick out a bonsai for my partners birthday. Lee was super knowledgable and helpful and answered all of my annoying beginner questions. He didn’t loiter around us and he gave us time to choose. Such a huge variety to choose from and have all be kept so well. We’re very pleased with our bonsai and will be recommending LVBonsai to others 👌
Dan Marson
Sep 30, 2020
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Sean Hewett
Jul 02, 2020
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I visited Lee the other day, very nice guy to deal with.
He has a large collection and selection of trees for sale at what I thought were good prices.I spent around an hour there examining them all. Distancing measures were in place.
He also offers pots, sundries, soils and such. He was helpful with some questions I had. Would visit again. Thanks
He has a large collection and selection of trees for sale at what I thought were good prices.I spent around an hour there examining them all. Distancing measures were in place.
He also offers pots, sundries, soils and such. He was helpful with some questions I had. Would visit again. Thanks
Mukesh Patel
Jun 30, 2019
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Dec 04, 2018
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Andrew Hall
Oct 24, 2018
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Been buying trees off Lee for 11 years now and I honestly wouldn't shop anywhere else. He sells a wide range of trees at all prices. His specimen stock is of a very high quality and come at a good price too. Lee is so knowledgeable and approachable, always making time to answer questions,even if you haven't bought anything from him. Lee also styles trees too, which I think are brilliant. Highly recommended.
