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Chinsei Azalea
Prices start at : 12.99 USD

A very tiny azalea, with 1/4" long deep green rounded foliage and 1-2'' bright pink flowers in late spring. Kristen Braman, Jean Williams Woodward with input from John Thornton, Frank Bryan, and Albert Penland - Selecting and Growing Azaleas MSU Cares...
  • Soil & Moisture: Average moisture, well drained, moderately fertile, humus rich soil, and an organic mulch.
  • Outdoor Light: Part shade, Light shade
  • Deer Resistance: Often Damaged
  • Container Size: 4.5 inch / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml
  • Grows To: 6''H x 12''W
Louisiana
Merryville
Black Dragon Japanese Cedar, Cryptomeria
Prices start at : 11.99 USD

An excellent specimen plant and backdrop for lighter flowers and foliage. Also a good choice for low maintenance hedges and screens or bonsai. May grow vigorously to 4-6'H then growth slows and branching becomes denser when grown as a specimen.
  • Grows To: 10'H x 6'W avg
  • Container Size: 3.5 inch / 16 fl.oz. / 473 ml
  • Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun
  • USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 6,7,8,9
  • pH Range: Acidic, Mildly Acidic, Neutral
Louisiana
Merryville
Pink Serissa
Prices start at : 12.99 USD

Dense dark green foliage responds well to pruning and shearing. A good bonsai specimen, in containers, or as a low hedge. 1/2", light pink, star-shaped blooms are produced from late spring to fall.
  • Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun, Part shade, Light shade
  • Grows To: 30''H x 36''W
  • Native To / Origin: SE Asia
Louisiana
Merryville
Green\'s Bluestm Sasanqua Camellia
Prices start at : 14.99 USD

Or check out our Guide to Planting & Growing Camellias . A blue flowered Sasanqua! Purple buds open to purplish-red the first day and change to lavender-blue the second creating a multi-colored effect on this semi-dwarf evergreen Sasanqua in fall.
  • Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun, Part shade, Light shade
  • Soil & Moisture: Provide a humus-rich soil, an organic mulch, and average moisture until well-established.
  • USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 7,8,9
  • Container Size: 4.5 inch R / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml
  • Fertilizing: Use a balanced, slow release, nonburning fertilizer for acid loving plants.
  • Native To / Origin: US Gardens - Bobby Green of Green's Nursery, Fairhope, AL - 1998
Louisiana
Merryville
Hokkaido Dwarf Chinese Elm, Lacebark Elm
Prices start at : 9.99 USD

Perfect for bonsai. Slow growing to 18" high. Tiny deep green foliage adorns the tiny delicate limbs of this extremely dwarf Elm.
  • Native To / Origin: China, Korea, Japan
  • Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun, Part shade
  • Grows To: slowly to 18''H x 12''W
  • Indoor Light: Direct sunlight, High
Louisiana
Merryville
Kyoto Serissa
Prices start at : 7.99 USD

A good choice for bonsai or as a house plant, and outdoors in zone 9 and warmer. Very tiny and dense dark green foliage adorns this slow growing miniature Serissa.
  • Container Size: 2.25 inch T / 9.7 fl.oz. / 287 ml
  • Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun, Part shade
  • Native To / Origin: SE Asia
  • Indoor Light: High
Louisiana
Merryville
Boxwood Pre-Bonsai DIY Potting Kit
Prices start at : 49.00 USD

Kit allows you to place the tree in your own desired position. Utilize the drainage screens and wire to secure your tree to your pot. This hobby kit includes all the essentials tools to create your own little Boxwood bonsai.
California
Chino
Olive Pre-Bonsai DIY Potting Kit
Prices start at : 49.00 USD

Kit allows you to place the tree in your own desired position. Utilize the drainage screens and wire to secure your tree to your pot. This hobby kit includes all the essentials tools to create your own little Olive bonsai.
California
Chino
Cotoneaster Pre-Bonsai DIY Potting Kit
Prices start at : 49.00 USD

Kit allows you to place the tree in your own desired position. Utilize the drainage screens and wire to secure your tree to your pot. This hobby kit includes all the essentials tools to create your own little Cotoneaster bonsai.
California
Chino
Mendocino Cypress Cupressus pygmaea
Prices start at : 4.95 USD / 1 packet

It is a highly variable tree, and closely related to Cupressus goveniana , enough to sometimes be considered a subspecies of it. * Cupressus pigmaea ( Mendocino Cypress ) is a taxon of disputed status in the genus Cupressus endemic to certain coastal...
  • Collection Locale: Hungary
  • Average Viable Seeds/Packet: 7
  • Purity: 99%
  • Botanical Name: Cupressus pygmaea
  • Family: CUPRESSACEAE
  • Common Name: Mendocino Cypress
New York
Locke
Mendocino Cypress Cupressus pygmaea
Prices start at : 4.95 USD / 1 packet

It is a highly variable tree, and closely related to Cupressus goveniana , enough to sometimes be considered a subspecies of it. * Cupressus pigmaea ( Mendocino Cypress ) is a taxon of disputed status in the genus Cupressus endemic to certain coastal...
  • Seeds Per Pound: 166,618
  • Minimum Hardiness Zone: 8
  • Common Name: Mendocino Cypress
  • Lot#: 9701
  • Genus: Cupressus
  • Average Viable Seeds/Packet: 7
New York
Locke
Bhutan Cypress, Himalayan Cypress Cupressus torulosa
Prices start at : 4.95 USD / 1 packet

* The plant is burnt as an incense. * Cupressus torulosa , known as the Himalayan cypress , is a species of cypress . Wood - moderately hard, very durable. This species is found in the Himalaya from 300 to 1800 m and on limestone in Sichuan , China and...
  • Germination: 71%
  • Seeds Per Pound: 44,492
  • Quantity: 1.08 lb
  • Minimum Hardiness Zone: 8
  • Genus: Cupressus
  • Collection Locale: India
New York
Locke
Bhutan Cypress, Himalayan Cypress Cupressus torulosa
Prices start at : 4.95 USD / 1 packet

* The plant is burnt as an incense. * Cupressus torulosa , known as the Himalayan cypress , is a species of cypress . Wood - moderately hard, very durable. This species is found in the Himalaya from 300 to 1800 m and on limestone in Sichuan , China and...
  • Species: torulosa
  • Average Viable Seeds/Packet: 69
  • Germination Test Type: cut
  • Genus: Cupressus
  • Common Name: Bhutan Cypress, Himalayan Cypress
  • Botanical Name: Cupressus torulosa
New York
Locke
White Refined Beet Sugar
Price : CALL

Moisture : 0.04% maximum reducing sugar : 0.05% maximum by weight pb content: 1 ppm maximum as content: 1 ppm. Maximum cu content: 3 ppm. Beet sugar - european origin beet sugar: refined to icumsa 45 rbu standards origin : europe color : white polarization...
Hertfordshire
Hertford
Japanese Yew Taxus cuspidata
Prices start at : 6.95 USD / 1 packet

Prune in the autumn months and The taxus is a slow grower, with a slim and elegantly shaped trunk. Can be grown indoors and the trunk, bark formation takes a few years. One of the main features of the Yew is its peeling bark, making the tree look old,...
  • Germination Test Type: cut
  • Quantity: 0.21 lb
  • Common Name: Japanese Yew
  • Average Viable Seeds/Packet: 14
  • Height: 25-30 feet
  • Family: Taxaceae
New York
Locke
Japanese Yew Taxus cuspidata
Prices start at : 6.95 USD / 1 packet

Prune in the autumn months and The taxus is a slow grower, with a slim and elegantly shaped trunk. Can be grown indoors and the trunk, bark formation takes a few years. One of the main features of the Yew is its peeling bark, making the tree look old,...
  • Botanical Name: Taxus cuspidata
  • Collection Locale: Japan
  • Common Name: Japanese Yew
  • Genus: Taxus
  • Crop Year: 2017
  • Species: cuspidata
New York
Locke
Dwarf Hawaiian Umbrella Tree on Rock Bonsai
Prices start at : 43.92 USD / each

This tree is one of the easiest bonsai to maintain and does extremely well in low light environments, making it perfect for the office or home. It is an attractive, fuss-free tree with shiny compact leaves.
  •  Includes 10 in. humidity tray, deco rock and proper care brochure
  •  One of the easiest bonsai to maintain, it does extremely well in low-light environments
  •  An attractive, fuss-free tree with shiny compact leaves
  • Hardiness Zone: 1 (-60 to -50 F)
  • Returnable: 90-Day
  • Age (years): 5
Georgia
Atlanta
Sago Palm (Indoor)
Prices start at : 36.8 USD / each

This easy to grow palm with it's dark green foliage is ideal for that office or home spot that does not get much sun light.
  •  Includes 10 in. humidity tray, deco rock and proper care brochure
  •  Age: 7 years
  •  Ideal for the office or home in low light areas
  • Blossom Color: No Blossoms
Georgia
Atlanta
Outdoor Chinese Elm
Prices start at : 31.43 USD / each

A durable tree, the Chinese Elm can be displayed indoors for extended periods of time and includes an 8 in. Humidity tray, deco rock and care brochure. Imported from Chinese nurseries where the branches have been trained for years, the Brussel's Bonsai...
  •  8 in. humidity tray, deco rock and care manual included
  •  Curved trunks and intricate twigging complemented by small leaves provide a textured appearance
  • Hardiness Zone: 2 (-50 to -40 F)
  • Light Requirements: Medium
  • Container Size (in.): 7.5 in
  • Blossom Color: No Blossoms
Georgia
Atlanta
Ponytail Palm (Indoor)
Prices start at : 39.00 USD / each

These trees thrive in low light conditions, and require infrequent watering and feeding. The delightful "fountains of foliage" add soft, cascading lines to the indoor landscape. Ponytail Palms are the perfect accent bonsai for low maintenance enthusiast.
  •  Brings life to indoor environments
  •  Thrives in low light
  •  Extremely low maintenance
  • Age (years): 6
  • Container Size (in.): 8 in
  • Botanical Name: Beaucarnea 'Ponytail'
Georgia
Atlanta
Dwarf Jade Bonsai
Prices start at : 46.83 USD / each

The leaves on this tree are round and jewel-like for an elegant appearance. For an indoor tree that offers low maintenance care consider the Brussel's Bonsai Dwarf Jade Bonsai.
  •  Can grow up to 12 in.
  •  Easy to maintain
  •  Botanical name: Portulacaria afra
  • Blossom Color: No Blossoms
  • Hardiness Zone: 1 (-60 to -50 F)
  • Common Name: Bonsai
Georgia
Atlanta
Dwarf Jade Bonsai
Prices start at : 64.99 USD / each

It features small, rounded fleshy leaves that contrast nicely with its straight substantial trunks. They grow quickly so no long waits are required to observe the results of styling efforts.
  •  Botanical name: Portulacaria afra
  •  Includes 10 in. humidity tray, deco rock and proper care brochure
  •  Round jewel-like foliage
  • Age (years): 7
  • Hardiness Zone: 1 (-60 to -50 F)
  • Light Requirements: High
Georgia
Atlanta
Dwarf Pyracantha Bonsai
Prices start at : 42.69 USD / each

Clusters of round, red berries are displayed on the bonsai for an extended period followed by starry white blooms. This delightful bonsai tree appreciates sun and responds well to outdoor growing.
  •  8 in. container
  •  Requires medium sun and responds well to outdoor growing
  • Age (years): 5
  • Container Size (in.): 8 in
  • Light Requirements: Medium
  • Returnable: 90-Day
Georgia
Atlanta
Dwarf Jade Bonsai in Water Pot
Prices start at : 41.71 USD / each

This bonsai features round, jewel-like foliage and can go for long periods without being watered. If you are looking for a way to bring some life into your office consider the Brussel's Bonsai Dwarf Jade Bonsai in Water Pot.
  •  Non-flowering bonsai
  •  Can grow up to 10 in.
  •  Botanical name: Portulacaria afra
  • Blossom Color: No Blossoms
  • Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra
  • Common Name: Bonsai
Georgia
Atlanta
Outdoor Green Mound Juniper
Prices start at : 98.92 USD / each

Requiring low light, the Juniper enjoys morning sun and afternoon shade. Pot to add style to your home decor. The tree includes a humidity tray, deco rock and a care brochure and is planted in a 14 in.
  •  Botanical name: Juniperus procumbens "Nana"
  •  Planted in a 14 in. pot to add style to your home decor
  •  Requires low light
  •  Humidity tray, deco rock and care manual included
  •  Compact foliage atop naturally curved trunks and branches provides an aesthetic accent to your home
  • Age (years): 10
Georgia
Atlanta
Satsuki Azalea Bonsai
Prices start at : 78.00 USD / each

This plant is easily styled and deliver an attractive presentation all year round. These bonsai have been grown in Japan for centuries and are widely considered a premiere variety.
  •  Satsuki azalea is a flowering bonsai
  •  Botanical name: rhododendron indicum
  •  Includes 13 in. humidity tray, deco rock and proper care brochure
  • Blossom Color: Pink
  • Common Name: Bonsai
  • Returnable: 90-Day
Georgia
Atlanta
Korean Spruce Picea koraiensis
Prices start at : 4.95 USD / 1 packet

The shoots are orange-brown, glabrous or with scattered pubescence. The cones are cylindric-conic, 4-8 cm long and 2 cm broad, maturing pale brown 5-7 months after pollination, and have stiff, smoothly rounded scales.
  • Seeds Per Pound: 72,640
  • Common Name: Korean Spruce
  • Lot#: 100669
  • Species: koraiensis
  • Quantity: 1.12 lb
  • Germination Test Type: cut
New York
Locke