LEGO features trees in two main forms: pre-designed display sets as part of the adult-oriented Botanical Collection, and individual plant and leaf elements for builders to create their own custom landscapes.
Official LEGO Tree Sets
Official sets that feature trees are primarily display models, known for their detail and innovative use of pieces.
LEGO Bonsai Tree (10281): This set for adults is a popular display piece in the LEGO Botanical Collection. It includes interchangeable pieces to style the tree with traditional green leaves or vibrant pink cherry blossoms.
LEGO Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree (10348): A newer addition to the Botanical Collection, this set features gorgeous red and amber-colored leaves for an autumn display.
LEGO Icons Tiny Plants (10423): This set includes nine different buildable plants, providing a mix of smaller, diverse botanical options for display.
Custom Building Elements
For those who want to build their own landscapes or populate a custom city, LEGO offers a wide assortment of individual plant elements that can be bought separately.
Leaf Plates and Elements: A huge variety of specific parts are available, from small 1x1 round plates with a flower edge to large 6x5 leaf elements.
Stems and Trunks: Specialized stem pieces (e.g., Plant Flower Stem with Bar and 6 Stems (19119)) and trunk pieces (Plant Tree Palm Trunk (2536)) are used to construct the structure of the tree.
"Plants from Plants" Initiative: Many modern leaf and plant elements are now made from plant-based plastic, produced using sustainably sourced sugarcane.
Building Techniques The LEGO community (AFOLs) has developed countless innovative techniques for building realistic custom trees using standard pieces, which often look more lifelike than simple official designs:
Standard Tree Design: A common simple technique involves stacking brown round bricks for a trunk and attaching green slope pieces or specific tree elements (like the "spruce tree" part) for the foliage.
Advanced Techniques: Master builders use various pieces, from large plant plates to small 1x1 round plates to achieve a full, bushy look for their trees, which can range from pine trees to palm trees.