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Balsam Fir

The Balsam Fir, ‘Abies balsamea’, exhibits a relatively dense, dark-green, pyramidal crown with a slender spire-like tip. The scientific name “balsamea” is an ancient word for the balsam tree, so named because of the many resinous blisters found in the bark. Balsam fir and Fraser fir have many similar characteristics.The species thrives in cooler climates and demands abundant soil moisture and a humid atmosphere. A large percentage of Christmas trees are Balsam Firs.

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Mist n’ Pour

Taking care of your bonsai trees and house plants is now a lot easier with Mist n’ Pour, a spray bottle with a spout. You can water and mist at the same time without additional equipment. The bottle’s ergonomic design provides an easy, natural hold for extra comfort and control. The large capacity container will hold 40 fluid ounces and features both metric and ounce calibrations — allowing plant foods, pesticides and herbicides to be measured and mixed right inside the bottle. Shipped via UPS ground – $7.95.

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Root Over Rock Ficus (ficus philippinensis)

Fraser Fir

The Fraser Fir, Abies Fraseri, is a classy, tall, fir tree that has short dark-green needles with silver undersides. It is among the most classy of conifers. A great ornamental and Christmas tree because of its density and compactness. Fraser Firs will grow in most locations but must have good drainage. This dense evergreen tree has wood that is light, soft, not strong and coarse-grained. It is grown extensively for Christmas trees in North Carolina, where it is ranked as the number one Christmas tree by the Christmas tree industry

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Mica Pot – Rectangle 19″ x 14″ x 5″

Mica pots imported from Korea are made of 80% mica, 15% polyethelene and 5% graphite. Mica has a natural ability to stabilize the temperature of the soil in the pots. This promotes healthy root activity during the growing season and protects during the cold periods. These pots are extremely durable and will withstand the elements for years. The pot has a wide lip and is dark brown in color. Shipped via UPS ground – $13.95

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Root Over Rock Ficus (ficus philippinensis)

Our unique specimen bonsai features exposed roots growing over a large textured rock and down into the soil. This impressive broad leaf, trouble free evergreen has much smaller leaves than the Ficus Benjamina.Recommended for home office or dorm in lower or higher lighting conditions. Very easy care. 22 years old. 14″x13″x20″. Potted in a 10″ ceramic green rectangle container as shown. Suitable 14.5″x10.5″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $11.95. Shipped via UPS ground – $49.95.

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Weeping Atlas Blue Cedar (cedrus glauca pendula)

Sunglo Nectarine Tree

The Sunglo nectarine is big and full of juice. The perfect fresh fruit, this freestone is also ideal for canning and freezing. These immense nectarines will be the feature of your centerpiece or fruit basket. Sunglo nectarines are hardy and highly-productive.With its brilliant red color over a yellow background, this nectarine is always a bright spot. This nectarine features a long storage life and large fruit. The tree is hardy and vigouous.

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White Rabbit’s Foot Fern (humata tyermanii)

The White Rabbit’s Foot Fern is native to the Canary Islands and can grow as a terrestrial or epiphyte. It has finely dissected fronds that rise up from its furry, silver rhizomes hence the name “White Rabbit’s Foot Fern”. Likes bright light but avoid direct sun. Great companion plant to display alongside your bonsai or by itself”. 4 years old 6″-7″ tall Suitable 4.5″ x 6.5″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $2.95. Shipped UPS 2-3 days – $10.95

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Weeping Atlas Blue Cedar (cedrus glauca pendula)

Best known of the Cedars. Curtains of evergreen blue needles dangle from arching scaffold branches which can be wired to choice. Hardy. Keep outdoors. 9 years old. 17″x12″x16″. Potted in a 9″ ceramic blue/green rectangle container as shown. Suitable 10″x8″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $4.95. Shipped via UPS ground – $34.95.

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Artificial Fukien Tea “Cascade Style”

Chinese Elm (ulmus parvifolia)

Has small evergreen serrated leaves which is ideal for bonsai. Hardy, with excellent branching charachteristics. Has a heavy curved trunk with a fully exposed root system. Decideous. Keep outdoors. 26 years old. 17″x18″x29″. Potted in a 15″ brown rectangular mica container as shown. Suitable 14.5″x10.5″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $11.95. Shipped via UPS ground – $59.95.

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Artificial Fukien Tea “Cascade Style”

The flowers and branches of this wonderfully crafted artificial tree are created from luna clay, making them very flexible and therefore can be adjusted to your personal preferences, or left as shown in the image. The hand painted flowers are so life-like, that you almost smell the fragrance of the Fukien Tea. This tree will retain its beauty for many, many years to come. Can be cleaned with a slightly dampened cloth. 7″x6″x13.5″ Including display table. Includes 33 Flowers, 18 buds, 102 fruits, and 412 leaves. Potted in a 6″ beige, luna clay, oval container, as shown. Includes display table. Shipped via UPS Ground -$13.95.

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Fukien Tea (carmona)

Ginkgo (ginkgo biloba)

Also known as the Maidenhair Tree. The sole representative of one of the most ancient genera, the Ginkgo may be considered a true living fossil as its ancestors flourished in many parts of the world during the Jurassic period, from the evidence of fossils dating back 200 million years. The Gingko Biloba is the hottest trend in both health foods and bonsai. It’s regarded in Eastern cultures as the “fountain of youth” plant. The herbs from this mystical plant are thought to improve health and memory. Easily distinguishable by the charachteristic two-lobed fan-shaped deciduous leaves which turn deep yellow in autumn. Fruits arranged in clusters are golden yellow when ripe. Keep outdoors. 6-14 years old – 9 tree group. 32″x24″x30″. Potted in a 21″ brown oval mica container as shown. Shipped via UPS ground – $95.00

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Chinese Elm – Frosty (ulmus parvifolia)

Has small evergreen serrated leaves with white edged border. It is hardy and has excellent branching characteristics. Deciduous. Keep outdoors. 16 years old. 24″x20″x20″. Potted in a 12″ ceramic green oval container as shown. Suitable 14″x10″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchasae add $11.95. Shipped via UPS ground – $49.95

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Fukien Tea (carmona)

Native to the Fujan province of China, this tree has small white flowers that can bloom at any time. The foliage is dark green and small in size. The flowers turn into red berries that turn darker with age. Trained in the traditional curved trunk style. Loves the heat and does great indoors. 21 years old. 18″x16″x23″. Potted in a 12″ brown rectangular mica container, as shown. Suitable 14.5″x10.5″ hummidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $11.95. Shipped via UPS Ground -$59.95.

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Ceramic Pot – 6.5″ x 6.5″ x 7″

Golden Hawaiian Umbrella Tree (arboricola schefflera)

This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb.In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful and trouble-free evergreen. If you don’t know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for home, office, dorm or anywhere and does well in low to high lighting conditions. Our tree features deeply variegated tiny umbrella shaped leaves forming a dense canopy. 8 years old. 12″-13″ tall. Suitable 6″x8″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $3.50. Shipped via UPS 2-3 days – $11.95.

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Juniper – Trained (juniper procumbens nana)

This dwarf Juniper from Japan is the most popular evergreen in the U.S. When we think of a traditional bonsai and what it should look like, we think of a “Juniper Procumbens Nana”. They are very hardy, long-lived, and tolerate many adverse conditions. This is an excellent tree for the beginner. 18 years old. 10″ x 10″ x 19″. Potted in a 10″ blue rectangle container with indented corners as shown. Suitable 14″ x 10″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $11.95. Shippped via UPS ground – $29.95

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Ceramic Pot – 6.5″ x 6.5″ x 7″

6.5″ x 6.5″ x 7″ including stand. Unglazed ceramic red/brown square container with etched designs. Includes stand. Shipped via UPS ground – $9.95.

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Ligustrum-Extra Large (ligustrum lucidum)

Ceramic Glazed Cat Set Figurines – Set of 5 2″ tall 2-3″ long

Glazed ceramic cat set. 2″ tall 2-3″ long. Shipped via UPS ground – $7.95.

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Ceramic Pot – 6.5″ x 8.0″

6.5″ x 8.0″. Square unglazed cascade with etched designs. Shipped via UPS – ground $10.95.

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Ligustrum-Extra Large (ligustrum lucidum)

Native to China and Eastern Asia and is now grown ornamentally in the United States. The berry of the Ligustrum has been used as a “yin” tonic in traditional Chinese medicine for a wide range of conditions, including premature aging, ringing in the ears, and chronic toxicity. White flowers are attractive during late spring and early summer. 18 years old 16″ – 18″ tall Suitable 10 1/2″ x 14 1/2″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $11.95 Shipped UPS 2-3 days – $49.95.

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Mica Pot Rectangle 12.5″x9″x4″

Variegated Elm (ulmus ‘kimmie’)

Native to Japan, the Kimmie Elm is a different cultivar of Ulmus Parvifolia and is a very slow grower. The tiny new foliage is a very pale yellow becoming green with a white edge when mature. Shown is an early spring image. Decideous. Keep outdoors. 9 years old. 7″ tall. Suitable 6.5″x4.5″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $2.95. . Shipped via UPS 2-3 days – $10.95.

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Mica Pot Rectangle 12.5″x9″x4″

Mica pot rectangle. Measures 12.5″x9″x4″. Shipped via UPS ground – $8.95.

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Rock Hornbeam (carpinus turczaninovii)

Korean Evodia

The Korean Evodia, ‘Evodia daniellii’ is one of the few flowering trees that flower in the summer, rather than spring. White flowers are borne in mid summer and are quite showy. Fruit remains during the winter and adds interest to an uninteresting time of year. This plant appears to do better in good soils and seems somewhat intolerant of impoverished soils. This plant’s small size will allow it to be used in restricted spaces, keeping in mind that it is as wide as tall. It is a good honey plant and the foliage looks good all summer.

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Rock Hornbeam (carpinus turczaninovii)

Native to Korea, China and Japan. Full size leaves are 2″ but reduce nicely as bonsai to create this attractive forest-like setting. New foliage is a deep bronze color which turns to a combination of red, orange and yellow in the fall. Produces hop-like flowers and seed pods when mature. Deciduous. Keep outdoors. 9 tree group – each 9 years old. 26″x17″x17″. Potted in a 19″ oval brown mica container as shown. Suitable 18″x13.5″x1″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $9.95. Shipped via UPS Ground – $59.95.

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