Best Bonsai Display Stands

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A display stand does two jobs. It raises the tree so you view it from the intended angle, and it separates the composition from whatever sits behind it. What varies is height, the top surface size relative to the pot, wood species and finish, and whether the design is plain enough to stay quiet. A stand that draws attention to its own carving works against the tree standing on top of it. We weighed proportion and restraint first, then build quality and stability under a heavy pot. Low slab stands suit wide shallow pots and forest plantings. Taller legged stands suit cascade and semi cascade styles that need room to hang. Dark hardwood suits conifers and rugged bark, while lighter woods suit deciduous and flowering trees. Simple root slabs suit accent plants and small shohin arrangements placed beside a main tree.