Vidyarthi

Hello everyone, I'm brand new to the world of bonsai but I'm trying to learn, albeit slowly.

Although I have much more reading and research to do, I am aware of the fundamental basics of caring for and shaping a bonsai tree.

Before buying my first tree, which I suppose you could consider an experiment of sorts, I need to ask some experts a rather pertinent question.

I live pretty far up north in Canada, (although not in an igloo, contrary to popular belief) and the temperatures here can get pretty wild. By wild, I mean it can be as hot as +30 degrees celsius in the summer and as cold as -40 celsius in the winter (86 degrees to -40 degrees F) but the mean temperature can be anywhere inbetween the two, depending on the season.

So my question is this: What kind of tree should I get? I want something that won't die in the first week of winter, but something that also looks nice. If it's an indoor tree (which I believe to be possible), I would also like some tips on how to take care of it, as I am cognizant of the fact that bonsai require plenty of sunlight to survive.

Thank you in advance, Vidyarthi.

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