I knew nothing about bonsai trees, but wanted to see if I could do it. I also thought the idea of raising one from a seed would be a fun challenge. I think the kit is well put together and provides everything you need to start seeds which look like they'll make great little bonsai trees.
Some of the other reviews mention a few things that I'd like to comment on, as I'm going through the same process:
- I have learned that you CAN just pick up seeds from local trees and grow them as bonsai. I didn't know that when I purchased the kit but I still think the supplied species look like they'll make good trees.
- Some seeds don't germinate. This is perfectly normal. In this kit they provide an abundance of seeds, and the manual clearly says if germination doesn't occur on any of the provided seeds to contact them. It does take a while, but I had multiple seedlings from each species on my first try.
- Mold can occur very easily when you're keeping something moist for an extended period of time. These pots are made for transplanting the plants and disposing of the starter pot. I've used this style with garden plants and herbs before and they work very well. You will have to find an appropriate pot once they are large enough.
- For the 4 starter pots, 4 pods of "soil", 4 packs of seeds, and a simple spray bottle I felt this was worth the price paid. I'm sure you can get by cheaper, but it comes with everything you need, and a nice set of instructions to get started.
The one downside I noticed:
- To grow one from seed will take a _long_ time. So long that the instructions really don't get into the "bonsai" part of the process. I wish they at least gave time-frames and a simple set of instructions online for how to do that part. You can search online for instructions, but I wish I'd been better informed.
All in all I'm not unhappy, and think it will be a fun process. I'm considering buying some Japanese Maple seeds to see how that turns out. If you're looking to get into the bonsai part, you may wish to start with an established small bonsai and work with that. I am looking forward to that journey.
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Everything you need to grow 4 types of microgreens from seed. No additional tools or past experience required. Get you micro-greens starter kit today!
MICROGREENS - The shoots of salad vegetables, picked just after the first leaves have developed. Second only to sprouts, microgreens are the quickest food crop gardeners can grow!
GROW 4 TYPES OF MICRO GREENS FROM SEED:
- ARUGULA - Perhaps the most popular salad green known to humankind, Arugula is a major ingredient in salad mixes around the world.
- BASIL - Popular in salads and soups, these aromatic microgreens will make your guests' taste buds take notice!
- BEETS - tender Micro-Greens, with deep red shoots topped with lovely leaves - some red and some green with red veins. A fantastic garnish or accent to any dish for its beauty.
- SWISS CHARD - A mild delicate spinach flavor and an amazing assortment of colors. Makes an excellent choice to add to any micro mix for the flavor and color.
A Complete Growing Kit With:
- 4 X Open pollinated seed packets.
- 4 X Biodegradable pots made from coconut coir. Can be transplanted directly into the ground.
- 4 X Compressed peat moss soil discs - potting soil expands by 7 times when watered.
- 4 X Plant labels - for tracking your progress.
- 1 X Instruction manual - also sent via email.
Why choose this kit?
✔ Highest germination rates - open pollinated seeds, packaged in heat sealing foil seed packets to allow long term storage.
✔ Seeds are 100% Non GMO. Grown by local farmers.
✔ Sow & Grow indoor or outdoor. Great for apartments with a lot of windows or a balcony and for houses with front / back yards or patio.
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| number of pieces | 4 | 4 | 23 | 10 | — | 700 |
| sunlight exposure | — | Full Sun | Full Sun | Partial Sun | Partial Sun | Full Sun |
| soil type | Peat Soil | — | Peat Soil | — | Sandy Soil | Well draining Soil |
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Bonsai Baby Yeah - It's On
I bought this kit on June 24, 2016 and didn't get around to planting the seeds untilSuper Bowl Sunday on February 5, 2017. Ten days later (Feb 15) I noticed that severalof the Bristle Cone Pine had sprouted and I am very excited about this and I decided tostart writing my review for this product.The kit came with 4 seed packs:Jacaranda Mimosifolia [Fern Tree]Pinus Aristata [Rocky Mountain Bristlecone Pine Tree]Delonix Regia [Royal Poinciana or "Flame Tree"]Picea Mariana [Black Spruce Pine Tree]Each pack of seeds had plenty (at least 6 or more) which should get you at least 1 or 2 plantsof all four varieties, maybe more, depending on the germination rate & process.The kit also included 4 large peat pellet disks which I did not use, but I'm sure they wouldbe just fine if you don't have anything better available. I mix my own soil using 3 parts Foxfarmpotting mix, 1 part humus, 1 part compost, 1 part sand, and 1 or 2 parts seed starting soil. Thekit also included 4 biodegradable growing pots, 4 plant markers and an instruction manual. I didn'tuse the pots because I have something better available, but if you don't have anything better inmind then I feel sure those will be completely adequate.I filled 5 inch ceramic pots with my soil mix, sowed the seeds about 1/4 to 3/8 inch deep, thenwatered them heavily with a spray bottle until the soil was completely drenched. I put the potson the floor in the living room below the window. I waited for the soil to go from drenched towet to moist or damp before spraying more water on them. I will continue to keep the other threepots very damp until they germinate, but now that the Bristle cone has sprouted I might let it dryone more day before spraying it again.I live in Nashville Tennessee which is zone 7 and currently it is getting cold outside at night,but in the house it probably varies between 68 and 72 Fahrenheit.For me, this kit is wonderful and lives up to my expectations ... so far. I want to give it afull 5 star rating because what you get for the money you spend is a very good deal.I uploaded a pic from my phone so you can hopefully see the pine sprouts.I will keep you updated on my progress when time allows and if I remember to do so. In the meantime ... happy bonsai ... and I hope my review is useful for you.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2018
Color: Bonsai TreesVerified Purchase
Hi, I love this product, the seller has been very responsive and thorough and I was able to get all 4 types to sprout. I would definitely suggest buying this since the seller makes sure you get your money's worth and get plenty of instructions if you ask.
I actually made this post because I'm looking for advice - there are delonix forums but I thought advice would be best for this specific product.
The delonix, I actually got 2 sprouts, both very healthy at first. One is still incredibly healthy (I transplanted one out)
I've uploaded pics of each. Up until recently, both looked healthy like the 2nd picture, but now as you can see, one is crumbling and shriveling up. It is 10/13/18 today, and these have sprouted since around 9/4/18 so little over a month old.
We have had rain for most of the day for a couple weeks now....they are in front of the window so they get as much sun as possible. I also have grow lamps (you can probably tell from the lighting) that are on about 8 hours per day. I started using the wick system - two planters each, holes in the top with twine going through to the water 'tank' in the bottom, for growing herbs the wick system worked great for me bc they need a lot of water but supposedly the wicks only take what they need for the plant. however, I suspect the roots of that one may be drowning....the one doing better is in a bigger pot. Reading about these types of trees seemed to confirm this - back when this plant was still healthy, the problem started as the two 'middle' leaves (halfway up stem) began to turn yellow and curl....then fell off completely.
So, I drained the water tank, and started using a drip bulb instead....the drip bulb is still semi-full, staying full oonger than drip bulbs for other plants, and if plant is only taking from drip bulb what it needs, that would confirm my suspicion that plant has too much water.
Has anyone run into this before and corrected it, or is it too late? I am using the growlight very close to it, have not seen improvement but unsure if I'm doing the right thing, it just takes a while to show? Any advice would be great.
I actually made this post because I'm looking for advice - there are delonix forums but I thought advice would be best for this specific product.
The delonix, I actually got 2 sprouts, both very healthy at first. One is still incredibly healthy (I transplanted one out)
I've uploaded pics of each. Up until recently, both looked healthy like the 2nd picture, but now as you can see, one is crumbling and shriveling up. It is 10/13/18 today, and these have sprouted since around 9/4/18 so little over a month old.
We have had rain for most of the day for a couple weeks now....they are in front of the window so they get as much sun as possible. I also have grow lamps (you can probably tell from the lighting) that are on about 8 hours per day. I started using the wick system - two planters each, holes in the top with twine going through to the water 'tank' in the bottom, for growing herbs the wick system worked great for me bc they need a lot of water but supposedly the wicks only take what they need for the plant. however, I suspect the roots of that one may be drowning....the one doing better is in a bigger pot. Reading about these types of trees seemed to confirm this - back when this plant was still healthy, the problem started as the two 'middle' leaves (halfway up stem) began to turn yellow and curl....then fell off completely.
So, I drained the water tank, and started using a drip bulb instead....the drip bulb is still semi-full, staying full oonger than drip bulbs for other plants, and if plant is only taking from drip bulb what it needs, that would confirm my suspicion that plant has too much water.
Has anyone run into this before and corrected it, or is it too late? I am using the growlight very close to it, have not seen improvement but unsure if I'm doing the right thing, it just takes a while to show? Any advice would be great.
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