Zen Reflections Juniper Bonsai
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Plant or Animal Product Type | Tree |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Brand | 9GREENBOX.COM |
Material Feature | Organic |
Color | Green, Brown |
Special Feature | Air Purification |
Expected Blooming Period | Summer to Fall |
Item Weight | 4 Pounds |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Unit Count | 1 Stem |
About this item
- 🌿 HANDMADE TO PERFECTION - Homegrown in California, our 6 to 8 inch juniper plant is handpicked for best quality. It is contained in a beautiful pot 7 ¼ x 3 ¼ inches wide and 2.5 inches deep with divided water pond.
- 🌿 FOR GOOD LUCK - Conveying the symbols of harmony, balance, meditation and peace, this ancient art form in feng shui is believed to bring good fortune to those who possess and take care of it.
- 🌿 A BEAUTIFUL GIFT - Give the gift of prosperity to special people in your life. As bonsai symbolizes all that is good in nature, this juniper plant makes a wonderful house gift to friends and family.
- 🌿 EASY TO CARE FOR - Our healthy juniper is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for, adapting and thriving in any condition. It is best to water it well, allowing for proper drainage.
- 🌿 SATISFACTION GUARANTEED - To ensure you are happy with your purchase, we offer a 30-day warranty. For any concerns or questions, contact us and our friendly staff will be glad to assist you.
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Zen Reflections Juniper Bonsai
The Art of Bonsai
“Bonsai” is the Japanese pronunciation of the Chinese word “penzai’, meaning “tray planting”. Bonsai are not a species but a general term for any plant tamed at a miniature size, in a vase or pot, and has been practiced for hundreds of years. People who keep bonsai favor the exercise for its meditative and calming effects. With years of training the trunk and leaves, the plant can be shaped into whatever the artist desires. Some bonsai live to be hundreds of years old, passed down through generations if they are properly maintained.
Bonsai are not typical houseplants. Juniper trees are evergreen coniferous shrubs that thrive best outside in humid environments.
Keeping a plant in a pot is vastly different from its natural state in the wild. For bonsai, plants are kept in small containers where their roots have very little space. These differences have a heavy impact on their ability to resist pests, transpiration, and nutrition, so proper long term care is necessary for a healthy life.
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Pruning and TrimmingCutting back the growth of branches, or parts of the trunk. This is what keeps the tree miniature. Leaves are typically removed by special scissors for bonsai, or any blade with a sharp edge. Do not trim the tree like a bush or a hedge, or the removal of the tips will weaken the tree and it will likely turn brown. |
Clamping and WiringThese instruments are for shaping the branches and trunk. By applying pressure on the plant, the direction of growth is encouraged to go a certain direction. |
Grafting and AgingPlacing new growing material into the tree. Deadwood bonsai techniques are used to enhance texture and maturity. |
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SunlightJuniper thrive best outside and should not remain inside for more than several days, as an indoor environment cannot provide necessary nutrition. Place the bonsai in an area sheltered from harsh wind and weather where they can receive full sunlight for at least six hours a day, year round. During winter if temperatures drop below twenty degrees, you should bring it to a sheltered place such as a garage or shed. When the tree is in dormancy it won’t require sunlight, but it will still need to be watered every two to three weeks. The leaves may temporarily turn brown, but they’ll turn green again in the spring. |
WateringWatering bonsai depends on many factors, such as the time of year, dryness, and temperature, so a careful eye is needed in learning how to care for your plant’s needs. Juniper trees don’t like consistently moist soil, so they should be watered when the soil looks just about dry. That means you shouldn’t water again when the soil still appears wet. Don’t water on routine- observe the tree closely, and test the soil with your finger so see if it’s moist. You can use a watering can or hose with a gentle current, or mister. Run the water through until it drains out the bottom of the pot to make sure the root system gets a thorough soaking. |
FertilizingSince the root system of the bonsai is cramped in such a tiny space, the soil eventually runs out of nutrients to absorb, so fertilizing is necessary. You can use fish emulsion or a balanced fertilizer at half the dosage, feeding once every two weeks or at least twice a month. Do not fertilize during winter, as the plant will be in dormancy. |
Repotting
Repotting helps to establish a sturdier root ball, and will be necessary when the roots begin to crowd out of the draining holes. For evergreens, they need to be repotted every four to five years.
Proper health is greatly dependent on the quality of soil. A ratio of half akadama, a quarter pumice, and a quarter igneous rock is ideal. You can add compost to help retain more water if you don’t want to water often.
Gently remove the tree from the pot. Scrape away the dirt from the roots gently, and prune them back no more than a quarter of the root ball’s mass. Placing mesh over the draining holes keeps the soil from running out when watering. Then you can lay a fresh layer of soil at the bottom to elevate the tree to the desired height. Set the tree in gently and full the empty spaces with soil, making sure to not leave any gaps between the roots. Once the tree is settled, it needs a thorough soaking. Submerging the pot in a tub of water is a great way to hydrate the roots.
Product Description
The Juniper Bonsai is commonly regarded as the beginner bonsai, as for the easiness of care for the plant. Growing these small trees is an ancient art form in which the leaves can be trimmed and guided to be made into the owner's desired shape. Bonsai convey the symbols of meditation, harmony, peace, and balance. Junipers prefer soil that is slightly dry, but it should not be exposed to prolonged dryness. It is best to water the plant well, allowing for proper drainage, and then allow the soil to become dry before
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 14 x 6 x 4 inches; 4 Pounds
- Item model number : Zen001
- UPC : 616932939617
- Manufacturer : 9Greenbox
- ASIN : B00K57JJ96
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #25,711 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
- #12 in Indoor Bonsai
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Giftable | 3.4 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Value for money | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
Sturdiness | 3.4 | 3.8 | 4.0 | — | — |
Easy to grow | — | — | 4.1 | 4.0 | 3.8 |
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type | Tree | Bonsai Tree Seed Kit | Peace Lily | bonsai | Green Mound Juniper Bonsai |
weight | 4 pounds | — | 3 pounds | — | 5 pounds |
number of pieces | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
sunlight exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade | Partial Sun | Partial Sun | Full Sun, Partial Shade | Partial Shade |
usda hardiness zone | 3 | — | 10b-11 | 3 | — |
blooming period | Summer to Fall | Year Round | Summer, Spring | — | Non-Flowering Bonsai Tree |
soil type | Clay Soil | Sandy Soil | pot soil | Clay Soil | Clay Soil |
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Customers like the health and appearance of the tree. For example, they say it looks beautiful and is thriving. That said, some complain about the size. That being said, opinions are mixed on the value and quality of the product.
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Customers like the appearance of the seeds and plants. They mention that it looks somewhat alive, the tree itself is nice and green, and the pot itself turned out really nice. They also appreciate the cool little ornaments that come with the tree. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"This bonsai tree is very cute, but I did not realize it was for outdoor only when I bought it so I will have to purchase another indoor bonsai...." Read more
"...It also is a little brown in some places.The pot itself turned out really nice and like the one pictured with the division for the pond...." Read more
"...Other than that, I'm completely happy, the tree does not look like a twig or stick in dirt as others may have described it...." Read more
"It was a gift and so perfect. It is beautiful and arrived in perfect shape. Thank you." Read more
Customers like the health of the tree. They mention that it looks healthy, is thriving, and has no signs of sickness. Some say that the species they picked is super sturdy and has dark green color with no signs. Overall, most are satisfied with the health and appearance of the plant.
"...The tree appears healthy, with no attached pests or diseases...." Read more
"...As for the tree itself - it appears to be very healthy and is about 6 inches high by 6 inches wide, with two branches split off the main trunk to..." Read more
"The plant came so well packaged and healthy. I will order all my plants from this seller. Very happy with my purchase." Read more
"...was as expected and just slightly smaller than in the picture but healthy...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the seeds and plants. Some mention it's an excellent quality product and service, while others say that it arrived broken.
"Very good purchase!! Excellent quality product and service! Might purchase again!" Read more
"...of a tree in miniature with a decent sized canopy I got a poorly pruned shrub...." Read more
"...The Bonsai Tree itself was very well maintained, of course there were some dead leaves in the pot when it arrived, as was to be expected...." Read more
"Love this bonsai tree! A gift for my daughter. However the pot was broken in several pieces on arrival...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the bonsai. Some mention it's well worth the price, has a cute pot, and soil. However, others say it'd be a waste of money and the hassle.
"...or find something to use instead of water, this is a good tree at a good price...." Read more
"...The "fishing rod" was nothing more than a toothpick and the size is way bigger than the figure...." Read more
"This is a very giftable bonsai and well worth the price. Shipped on time and in great condition...." Read more
"...If that makes sense. Total waste of money." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the plant. They mention that it's far smaller than they imagined, has big glue clumps, and is only 3 inches tall. Some say that the plant is not as full as pictured and does not resemble a miniature tree.
"...like the one in the product picture but what I received seems to be a lot smaller and looks nothing like all the other customer pictures which are..." Read more
"...It is also smaller then I expected....only about 4 inches tall" Read more
"...Also, our bonsai was very spindly and sparse. Doesn’t look healthy at all." Read more
"...Most likely got lost along the way here. Small and cute, it will grow to be just like the picture with constant love and care." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the capacity of the pond. They mention that it leaks everywhere and fills the plant with water. Some customers also say that the reflection pond itself cannot hold any water and leaks horribly.
"...The next problem is the pool of water. When I filled it with water, it came out the drainage hole under the tree soil area...." Read more
"Cute bonsai with a nice shape. But the little water feature is misleading. A simple insert separates the empty space from the dirt & plant...." Read more
"...One other thing, the little "pond" does not hold water. There were no instructions on caring for it but my daughter gave me some tips...." Read more
"Amazing bonsai, arrived with no damage, the tree is full and they even left it where it needs to be trimmed. I’ll do my best to keep it alive...." Read more
Customers are disappointed with the survival of the plants. They mention that the tree was dead within six weeks, and the bonsai died within a month. Some customers also mention that there was a portion of the tree that was dead and the soil was extremely dry.
"Couldn't get it to live. Even have moisture sensor to be sure it's watered enough and not too much also have grow light and it still died...." Read more
"The plant was dead on the inside when we got it but it is thriving now" Read more
"My 13 year old son wanted a bonsai so bad for Xmas. It arrived dead. Don’t even think about touching this thing. It’s like thorns...." Read more
"...It slowly worsened and now it is visibly dead." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the leakage of the pot. They mention that it has holes that leak to the tree side. Some say that the pot is not contained and the water starts to come out from the bottom.
"First bonsai I purchased liked the pot however it leaks every time I water the plant almost immediately like the water is just running down the side" Read more
"...tried that and the pond held water for thirty seconds and started to leak out of a hole in the base of the stand... So now that doesn't work...." Read more
"...It isn’t contained. So it flowed out of the drain hole at the bottom of the container...." Read more
"...was when I filled the reflection pool with water...it leaked everywhere within a few seconds!..." Read more
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The pot itself turned out really nice and like the one pictured with the division for the pond. The fishing rod though was also another disappointment. The "fishing rod" was nothing more than a toothpick and the size is way bigger than the figure. I tied a string to it and that improved it a bit but not what I was expecting. Overall, not very happy with this purchase.
Update: I've been in touch with the seller. I read a past review on here where a disappointed customer got his tree replaced but that's not the case anymore it seems. When I complained about everything I mentioned in this review the seller's response was "They are live plants that is why they sizes and shape varies from picture." When I pushed again they only offered a 30% credit. Buyer beware, it seems that with this product it's a 50/50 chance you'll either get a great looking tree that matches the product or you'll get a half haphazardly arranged shrub that may or may not come in the correct pot. My advice, save your money and go to a proper plant store/nursery for a healthier tree as buying plants over amazon seems to be a crapshoot.
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2018
The pot itself turned out really nice and like the one pictured with the division for the pond. The fishing rod though was also another disappointment. The "fishing rod" was nothing more than a toothpick and the size is way bigger than the figure. I tied a string to it and that improved it a bit but not what I was expecting. Overall, not very happy with this purchase.
Update: I've been in touch with the seller. I read a past review on here where a disappointed customer got his tree replaced but that's not the case anymore it seems. When I complained about everything I mentioned in this review the seller's response was "They are live plants that is why they sizes and shape varies from picture." When I pushed again they only offered a 30% credit. Buyer beware, it seems that with this product it's a 50/50 chance you'll either get a great looking tree that matches the product or you'll get a half haphazardly arranged shrub that may or may not come in the correct pot. My advice, save your money and go to a proper plant store/nursery for a healthier tree as buying plants over amazon seems to be a crapshoot.
The tree came in intact and wrapped securely. Good delivery. No other complaint.
It arrived fresh and well cared for in packaging that protected every detail. It is exactly as described.
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As for any good things, the dirt was clean and healthy. And the pot was a nice color.
Wow! That's all I can think of for good things? Clean dirt? It is obvious that this product shipping, handling and storage of their products is not very high on their radar. At no point in their rambling, incoherent advertisements were they even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone on this website is now dumber for having read it. I award you no stars, and may God have mercy on your soul.
Just one suggestion for future days - the postal service? Surely international affairs might do better with a courier.
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2016
Just one suggestion for future days - the postal service? Surely international affairs might do better with a courier.
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