Graham Potter

Renowned Bonsai Teacher and owner of Kaizen Bonsai

Hi there, I’m Graham Potter and I’ve been teaching and sharing my knowledge of bonsai for over 25 years.

Welcome to my blog, where I share my knowledge on everything bonsai. As the owner of Kaizen Bonsai, I’m at the forefront of all new products available for bonsai and will share my honest opinions. I’ll give you an insight into my bonsai collection and offer bonsai tree care information to help you get the best out of your bonsai.

Graham Potter Bonsai

Recent Blog Posts

Stop ‘Doing’ Bonsai!

Stop ‘Doing’ Bonsai!

Stop 'Doing' Bonsai! Not a phrase I bet you were expecting to hear from me right? My mum always called me Tommy Opposite because I was such a belligerent and awkward little bastard incapable of doing what I was told. Every school report had words scrawled across it...

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The Summer That Was (not) & Upcoming Bonsai Projects

The Summer That Was (not) & Upcoming Bonsai Projects

The Summer That Was (not) & Upcoming Bonsai Projects It NEVER ceases to amaze me how you lovely folk are (generally) so impressed with with my silly little blog. I was humbled during my recent visit to Peter Chan’s to receive so many comments on how my dear...

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Getting Out and About

Getting Out and About

I have to thank Peter, Kevin and all the crew at Herons for all their hard work. Also my fellow exhibitors who turned out some beautiful bonsai trees and a fine display.

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bonsai videos

Bonsai Videos

Graham Potter’s bonsai tutorial videos

bonsai tree care information

Bonsai Tree Care Information

Graham’s guides on how to care for your bonsai

bonsai gallery

Bonsai Gallery

See some of Graham’s bonsai trees from over the years

Kaizen Bonsai shop

Kaizen Bonsai Shop

Looking for the Kaizen Bonsai shop? Let us take you there