You might be surprised to learn that bougainvilleas are not just climbing plants, but can also be grown as bonsai trees.

Want to learn which common shrubs can be transformed into stunning bonsai trees? Discover the best species for bonsai cultivation and care and style tips.

Even the rambunctious bougainvillea can be contained when given the bonsai treatment. With delicate training, the vine can bloom into a miniature showstopper.

See the vibrant bracts on the great bougainvillea bonsai now on display in the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse during the bonsai show at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.