Remember,
if it ain't fun,
it ain't bonsai!
Golden Arrow Bonsai
"Let Yourself Go Wild"
Ancient Collected Trees
Andrew Smith, 22473 Alpine Acres Dr., Deadwood, S.D. 57732 605-342-4467 goldenarrowbonsai@gmail.com
The Dragon of the Mountains Remains
To contact me use goldenarrowbonsai@gmail.com.
Shipping Info: Shipping estimates are based on FedEx Home Delivery to the East Coast. Include your full shipping address and phone # when asking about a tree and I'll see if I can get a better rate. Spee-Dee is available in some areas. Priority mail works well for tools and wire.
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Updated 9/17/23
Trees for Bonsai
101. Tree # 101P694. SOLD Species: Ponderosa pine. Estimated age: 25 years. Collected 10/2020. Price: $125. Estimated shipping: $50. Comments: A small windswept.
102. Tree # 102S113. Species: Black Hills spruce. Estimated age: 20 years. Collected: 5/2023. Price: $125. Estimated shipping: $85. Comments: Plenty to work with.
105. Tree # 105P696
Species: Ponderosa pine. Estimated age: 30 years. Collected 7/2022.
Price: $150.
Estimated shipping: $45. Comments: A cool small pine.
106. Tree # 106P691. SOLD Species: Ponderosa pine. Estimated age: 25 years. Collected 5/2020. Price: $100. Estimated shipping: $45. Comments: A natural windswept with shari at the base.
109. Tree # 109P699.
Species: Ponderosa pine.
Estimated age: 85 years. Collected: 5/2023.
Price: $625.
Estimated shipping: $235. Comments: A big ol' pine.
107. Tree # 107P695.
Species: Ponderosa pine.
Estimated age: 30 years.
Collected 4/2023.
Price: $125.
Estimated shipping: $50. Comments: A nice small pine that wants to be a bonsai. Good character.
108. Tree # 108S112.
Species: Black Hills spruce.
Estimated age: 15 years. Collected: 5/2023.
Price: $75.
Estimated shipping: $55. Comments: A literati spruce.
Black Hills Bonsai Calendar: Mid September 2023
Average current temps: Daytime: 60s-70s; Nightime: low 50s to upper 30s. Forecast: Cooler with scattered storms.
Watering: Daily.
Tasks: Wiring, watering, hoping to start some fall collecting soon.
Avoiding: Potting and repotting.
103. Tree # 103P693. Species: Ponderosa pine. Estimated age: 45 years. Collected: 7/2022. Price: $150. Estimated shipping: $85. Comments: A windswept or a cascade?
110. Tree # 110P697
Species: Ponderosa pine.
Estimated age: 45 years. Collected: 4/2032.
Price: $325.
Estimated shipping: $95. Comments: Menange-a-tree. Three old pines naturally grown together.
100. Bonsai Techniques II, by John Naka, signed by the author. A rare find in good condition! ISBN 0-930422-33-3, fifth edition. $125 plus shipping. To purchase contact Mike Coppola at Mrtree55@yahoo.com.
A Diamond Willow I displayed recently. The tree isn't really developed as a bonsai yet, but I made the pot from a turtle shell my son gave me and I'm not sure how permanent this arrangement is, so I thought maybe I should share it now. Accent is a turtle casting by Frank Mihalic.
It's been a crazy summer and I can't believe I haven't updated this website since May! Sorry about that! Our forestry work demamded all my time. But I'll be able to start posting new trees soon, and I will, so check back!
Tools are up to date. Books and pots are not currently up to date.
Shipping for trees is estimated using FedEx home delivery to Pittsburg, PA. Your actual rate may vary depending on your location, so please include your full address with any inquiries.
If you are not familiar with the species offered here please check with a local nursery or bonsai group to see if that species will survive in your area. A little research goes a long way!
A "Ronsai" made by my friend, artist Ron Beshara. It doesn't take up much room and it never needs watering.
104. Tree # 104P698. Species: Ponderosa pine. Estimated age: 50 years. Collected: 5/2023. Price: $325. Estimated shipping: $95. Comments: A nice pine with lots of potential.
111. Tree # 111P692
Species: Ponderosa pine.
Estimated age: 25 years. Collected: 7/2022.
Price: $125.
Estimated shipping: $65. Comments: A nice young pine ready to go out and see the bonsai world.