Your companion for tracking, managing, and sharing your bonsai journey with a passionate community of enthusiasts.
Bonsai Buddy was created to bring together bonsai enthusiasts of all levels—from curious beginners to seasoned masters—in a shared space where they can document their trees' growth, exchange knowledge, and celebrate the art of bonsai cultivation.
We believe that growing bonsai is more than just a hobby; it's a journey of patience, artistry, and connection with nature. Bonsai Buddy makes it easy to keep tabs on your own specimens' development while staying in touch with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion.
Bonsai Buddy was created by Eric Henderson, a developer with a deep love for both web development and bonsai trees. Eric has been growing his collection of specimens since 2017, and has been hooked ever since that first tree.
Like many bonsai enthusiasts, Eric found himself taking countless photos, jotting down care notes in various places, and wishing there was a better way to track each tree's progress over time. As a developer, the solution was clear: build a platform that combines the joy of bonsai cultivation with the power of technology.
What started as a personal project quickly evolved into something bigger—a community platform where bonsai lovers could not only manage their collections but also connect, learn from each other, and share in the journey of nurturing these living works of art.
Bonsai Buddy is designed to be intuitive and powerful, giving you everything you need to manage your bonsai collection and engage with the community.
Create detailed profiles for each bonsai in your collection. Record essential information like species, age, health status, and personalized care notes. Upload photos to document your trees' transformation over time.
Post updates about your bonsai to the community feed. Share milestones, styling decisions, seasonal changes, or ask for advice. Every post becomes part of your specimen's timeline.
Explore what other bonsai enthusiasts are growing. Like and comment on posts, learn new techniques, and get inspired by the diverse specimens in the community.
Subscribe to specific specimens you find interesting to stay updated on their progress. Follow along as others share their bonsai journeys and development stories.
Search for specific species, browse by owner, or explore the full gallery of bonsai. Discover new species you might want to grow or find experts in particular styles.
View specimen timelines to see how trees develop over months and years. Learn from the community's collective experience and share your own knowledge with others.
Bonsai Buddy is designed for enthusiasts of all levels:
Just starting your bonsai journey? Track your first trees, learn from experienced growers, and build confidence as you develop your skills.
Expanding your collection? Document your growing portfolio, experiment with new species, and share your progress with the community.
Years of experience? Showcase your refined specimens, mentor newcomers, and connect with fellow masters to discuss advanced techniques.
Your data belongs to you. We never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Bonsai is best enjoyed together. We foster a supportive community where knowledge, encouragement, and appreciation flow freely.
Like bonsai itself, great design is about removing the unnecessary. We focus on clean, intuitive experiences that let your trees shine.
Just as bonsai require constant care and refinement, we're committed to continuously improving the platform based on community feedback.
Have questions, feedback, or suggestions? We'd love to hear from you.
Email: henderson.develop@gmail.com
We typically respond within 1-2 business days.
Thank you for being part of Bonsai Buddy. Here's to many years of growth—both for your trees and our community. Happy growing!