Question
I would like to experiment on trimming some shrubs for bonsai.  Are there any kinds of shrubs in Michigan I could do that with?

Answer
Gwen,

Just about any shrub can be cut into bonsai shapes. One of my nephews is very skilled in bonsai. He has used Azaleas, Junipers, Yews, Maple trees, Cedars, Boxwoods and Japanese Hollies.

I would recommend picking up some books on the proper bonsai pruning techniques and experimenting at your leisure.

Good luck.
Ed Gulliksen