The Juniperus Challenge, born from a collaboration between Vital Bonsaï and the Appy Bonsai app, offers a rewarding experience for all bonsai enthusiasts. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, this project invites you to transform a young juniper (Juniperus) into an exceptional living artwork worthy of display at prestigious competitions.
More than a simple contest, the Juniperus Challenge embodies a true educational and artistic adventure. You’ll dive into a world where tradition meets innovation to shape natural masterpieces while developing your skills.
Why take on the Juniperus Challenge?
This challenge goes far beyond a technical exercise. It’s an initiatory journey that will enable you to:
Receive personalized guidance: Vital Bonsaï provides a series of instructional videos detailing each step, from initial cultivation to advanced styling of your tree.
Explore your creativity: You’ll learn how to shape your tree to give it a harmonious, unique form while honoring the principles of the art of bonsai.
Join an active community: Connect with fellow enthusiasts, share your progress, and discover other participants’ projects.
Have your work recognized: Every tree is a work in progress, and this challenge gives you the chance to see your creation valued and perhaps exhibited at specialized events.
Bruno Faure: The man behind Vital Bonsaï
Bruno Faure, founder of Vital Bonsaï, is a leading figure in French bonsai. A farmer in Dordogne and a specialist in strawberry cultivation, he discovered the art of bonsai in the 1990s. What began as a passion quickly became a vocation. After training with renowned masters, he decided to share his knowledge.
In 2011, he launched the Vital Bonsaï YouTube channel, now a go-to resource for enthusiasts. Keen to structure and promote this art, he also created the Union du Bonsaï Français (French Bonsai Union), which brings together devotees and shines a light on this age-old art. Bruno Faure embodies sharing, expertise, and a modern vision of the traditional art of bonsai.
Steps to join the Challenge
Get a young juniper plant: Visit the Vital Bonsaï online store to choose a plant that matches your ambitions.
Download Appy Bonsai and create an account on this modern app that makes managing and tracking your bonsai easy.
iOS link: App Store
Android link: Google Play
Add your bonsai: Document your project’s stages using a dedicated sheet in the app.
Register for the Challenge: Share the link to your sheet via the form provided on the challenge platform: click here
Share your progress: Post photos regularly and update your work in the app to inspire—and be inspired by—the community.
First video of the challenge
A union of tradition and innovation
The Juniperus Challenge perfectly illustrates the alliance between modern digital tools and traditional know-how. With Appy Bonsai’s intuitive features and Vital Bonsaï’s expertise, you’re guaranteed a rich, immersive experience. Each participant benefits from detailed follow-up while staying true to the artisanal philosophy of the art of bonsai.
Join a passionate community today!
The Juniperus Challenge is far more than a simple event: it’s total immersion in art and nature. Whether you’re curious to discover this world or looking for a captivating challenge, this project is designed for you.
Don’t wait to sign up and begin this transformative journey. It’s the perfect opportunity to reveal your creativity, hone your skills, and share your passion with a dedicated community. Dive into this unforgettable adventure and let your talent flourish!
