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Brussel's Live Satsuki Azalea Outdoor Bonsai Tree - 5 Years Old; 6" to 8" Tall with Decorative Container
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Plant or Animal Product Type | bonsai |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
Brand | Brussel's Bonsai |
Material Feature | Ceramic Pot |
Color | Assorted Colors |
Expected Blooming Period | Spring |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Expected Planting Period | Spring |
Expected Plant Height | 8 Inches |
About this item
- CONTENTS: Bonsai, Decorative Container (Assorted Colors & Styles), Soil, Care Instructions.
- SPECIES: Of all shrubs with flowers, the Azalea is by far the most dramatic with brilliant blooms of radiant colors blooming in late spring. While there are many species of Azalea, the Satsuki, or Rhododendron indicum is easily one of the most popular, featuring an excellent low, twiggy habit with lovely funnel shaped unscented flowers in whites, pinks, reds and purples.
- AGE/SIZE/CARE: Your small 5 year old bonsai will arrive between 6" to 8" tall in a 6" container and will perform best outdoors (see detailed care instructions in images)
- BLOOM: Bonsai will bloom between April - May
- WARRANTY: Your bonsai tree has been grown in a state-of-the-art greenhouse under precisely controlled conditions to achieve optimum health. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with your tree or with our service, please notify us within 30 days of receipt. We will correct the situation to your satisfaction.
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Giftable | 3.0 | — | 3.6 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.5 |
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type | bonsai | bonsai | bonsai | Indoor Bonsai Tree, Sweet Plum | Outdoor Bonsai Tree, Gardenia | bonsai |
number of pieces | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 21 |
sunlight exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade | Partial Shade | Partial Shade, Full Sun | Full Sun, Partial Shade | Full Sun | Full Sun |
usda hardiness zone | — | — | Zones 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0 | 3 | — | 3 |
blooming period | Spring | Summer | — | Summer | Spring | Winter |
planting period | Spring | Summer | — | Summer | Spring | — |
soil type | Sandy Soil | — | Loam Soil | — | Sandy Soil | Sandy Soil |
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Plant or Animal Product Type | bonsai |
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Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
Brand | Brussel's Bonsai |
Material Feature | Ceramic Pot |
Color | Assorted Colors |
Expected Blooming Period | Spring |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Expected Planting Period | Spring |
Expected Plant Height | 8 Inches |
Soil Type | Sandy Soil |
Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Package Dimensions | 17.8 x 10.31 x 9.41 inches |
Item Weight | 3.19 pounds |
Manufacturer | Brussel's Bonsai |
ASIN | B0000DG8AR |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | DT3066AZ |
Customer Reviews |
3.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #51,531 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food) #30 in Indoor Bonsai |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
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Brussel's Satsuki Azalea Bonsai
The Satsuki Azalea is a popular choice among Bonsai. This particular plant is very hardy and produces magnificent flowers ranging up to seven inches in diameter. Of all shrubs with flowers, the Azalea is by far the most dramatic with brilliant blooms of radiant colors blooming in late spring. While there are many species of Azalea, the Satsuki, or Rhododendron indicum is easily one of the most popular, featuring an excellent low, twiggy habit with lovely funnel shaped unscented flowers in whites, pinks, reds and purples. The Satsuki is identified by two blossoms on the end of the terminal; they also have slightly hairy leaves budding out freely from even fairly old wood. Because the azalea is highly coveted in Japan, there have been hundreds of different varieties, in every color except yellow, bright orange, and true blue.
What is a Bonsai?
Literally, the Japanese word 'bonsai' means 'tray tree' or 'plant grown in a pot.' The term refers to the artistic techniques used to capture the natural beauty of trees, rather than a specific variety of tree. A full-grown tree and a bonsai can be grown from the same seed --the bonsai has simply been dwarfed and shaped through years of training. To develop authentic bonsai, Brussels grows specimens under carefully controlled conditions, meticulously training each tree with wire and pruning over a period of years. The value of a particular bonsai typically depends on size, age, and training. Generally, more expensive trees are larger, older, and have had more detailed, elaborate training. These qualities combined create the illusion of a large tree in a natural setting.
Most bonsai trees can live up to 100 years or more depending, of course, on the quality of care they receive.
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Climate and PlacementOutdoor bonsai are deciduous trees that require the same climate changes in spring, summer, fall, and winter as full-sized trees of the same species. As a rule, deciduous bonsai do well in regions with humidity levels of 50% to 75% and yearly temperature ranges of 20 to 100 degree F. During winter, deciduous bonsai must remain outdoors. This period of dormancy is essential--without it, the tree may become unhealthy and susceptible to disease. Protect or 'heel-in' your bonsai by covering the pot and soil with pine needles or mulch. Place the tree against a wall to shield it from extreme winds. Outdoor bonsai are more vulnerable to extreme cold than full-size trees and should be moved to a garage, shed, cold frame, or basement when temperatures fall below 20 degrees F. Deciduous bonsai need to be kept outdoors year-round. Natural sunlight and rainwater are both important elements in an ideal growing environment. Typically, they require six or more hours of direct sunlight a day and do well in locations that get shade from late afternoon sun. Outdoor bonsai may be displayed indoors once a month, for short periods of time (2-3 days). In Japan, bonsai are traditionally displayed against a solid black, white, wood, or bamboo background, or on a stand or pot larger than the tree. Stark contrasts enhance the bonsai’s simple beauty. |
Watering and TrainingGenerally speaking, water when the top of the soil is dry. Use a can or hose attachment that casts a soft, rain-like spray that won’t disturb the soil in the pot. Do not allow bonsai to dry out. Water daily during hot summer months. In winter, though trees need less water, it’s a good idea to water well before a hard freeze (frozen water acts as insulation). All bonsai require some degree of seasonal pruning. Regular pruning produces smaller branches and maintains the tree’s miniature size. A simple pair of pointed-nose scissors does the job. Wiring may also be used to hold branches in a desired position or location. If you’re happy with the branch placement as is, there is no real need to wire. For detailed instruction in the art of bonsai cultivation, Brussel’s Bonsai recommends purchasing a book on basic training techniques. If you choose to wire your bonsai, make sure to use heavier gauge wire for larger branches on the bottom of the tree, and lighter gauge for smaller branches. Begin by sticking the end of the wire into the soil next to the trunk of the tree. Wrap the wire around the trunk until you come to the first branch. Continue curling the wire around the branch. Once you have come to the end of a branch, cut and remove the excess wire. The wire now allows you to bend the branch into the desired shape and location. |
Soil, Fertilizer and RepottingBonsai trees spend years in the same soil and eventually deplete the available nutrients. Providing supplemental nutrition is essential for a healthy tree. Most water soluble and time-released fertilizers work well when used as directed. Bonsai need to be repotted every 3 to 5 years. After receiving your tree, wait at least one growing season before repotting. Using proper bonsai soil is critical. Brussel’s bonsai soil consists of a mixture of high-fired clay particles and finely ground pine bark. The soil-free mix does not compact, allows water to drain easily, plus helps prevent the root rot that often occurs with ordinary potting soil. It is important to pot your bonsai correctly. Prepare your container for potting by putting screen over the drain holes Run wire through the drain screen - you will need this to secure the tree in the container. Trim the root ball so it will fit in the bonsai pot. Keep in mind, cutting larger roots is better than cutting small feeder roots. Continue trimming the root ball until it will fit into the bonsai container. Be sure to place a good layer of bonsai soil on the bottom of the bonsai container. Place the tree in the pot. Use the wire to secure the tree in the bonsai container. Twist and pull the wire with pliers to tighten. Add bonsai soil around the root ball. Use a chopstick to work the bonsai soil into the root system. Your bonsai should now be secure in its new container. To ensure only well-established, healthy trees are shipped, Brussel's Bonsai imports its trees from nurseries in China where growers spend years training and shaping tree branches. Some bonsai defoliate (drop leaves) when their environment changes. If upon the tree's arrival some leaves have dropped or turned slightly brown that does not mean the bonsai is unhealthy. Defoliation is the natural result of being in the low-light environment of a shipping box. Whenever possible, Brussel’s Bonsai avoids using Styrofoam-popcorn packaging. In some cases, Styrofoam popcorn must be used to safely pack unusually shaped bonsai. Organic popcorn packaging made from corn starch reacts with moisture from the trees and can dissolve. When you receive your tree, place the box in a shaded area to unpack. Inspect tree for damage to branches or leaves. Water soil if dry. Place each bonsai in protected shade for at least one week before moving to a sunny location. |
The Story of Brussel's Bonsai Nursery
When Brussel Martin was five years old, he was instantly captivated by several bonsai his father brought back from a California business trip. As a teenager, he began to seriously study the art of bonsai. What started as an artistic endeavor in his parents' backyard quickly grew into a business. In the 1970’s, he began selling bonsai through the mail and traveling to shows across the country. By the early '80s, he was making annual buying trips to Asia.
As the business has grown, so has his desire to introduce bonsai to more and more Americans. Brussels now offers a full range of bonsai trees, from modestly priced bonsai for the beginner to unique specimens styled by bonsai experts.
Product Description
The Satsuki Azalea is a popular choice among Bonsai. This particular plant is very hardy and produces magnificent flowers ranging up to seven inches in diameter. Of all shrubs with flowers, the Azalea is by far the most dramatic with brilliant blooms of radiant colors blooming in late spring. While there are many species of Azalea, the Satsuki, or Rhododendron indicum is easily one of the most popular, featuring an excellent low, twiggy habit with lovely funnel shaped unscented flowers in whites, pinks, reds and purples. The Satsuki is identified by two blossoms on the end of the terminal; they also have slightly hairy leaves budding out freely from even fairly old wood. Because the azalea is highly coveted in Japan, there have been hundreds of different varieties, in every color except yellow, bright orange, and true blue.
Each live plant is shipped with the Phytosanitary Certificate as required by the USDA.
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Customers like the quality of the plant seed. They say the planter is very nice and the tree itself looks very healthy. They also appreciate the shipping, saying the plant was really well packaged. However, some customers have reported durability issues and say the plants died within less than two weeks. They mention the plants arrived without any flowers. Customers also feel the value of the plants is not worth their time or money.
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Customers like the quality of the plant seeds. They mention that the planter was very nice, the tree itself looks very healthy, and the plant arrived in great condition. Some customers also mention that they continue to bloom and thrive.
"...Other than that, it looks great on our patio table, I never thought how cute a bonsai would look as a center piece!..." Read more
"...It was a very pretty plant, but it is disappointing to have it die so quickly." Read more
"...Azaleas are evergreen so it came with a bunch of leaves and looks really nice. The pot mine came with is cream colored and looks good...." Read more
"...package well very and healthy Came" Read more
Customers like the shipping of the plant seed. For example, they mention it was well packaged, secure, and undamaged. Some say the packaging was messy. Overall, customers are happy with the shipping and recommend it as a first-class item.
"...I was very surprised how well packaged they were. They were shipped very safe!..." Read more
"...The boxes were marked as "Grown in Mississippi" and the packaging was fantastic and there were dozens, maybe even a hundred or so, buds and at least..." Read more
"...Overall, the plant is really pretty, it was packed well. I'd order from them again" Read more
"...What a wonderful gift to give yourself!!!" Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the plant seeds. They mention that the trees and plants died within a month, with all leaves dead. Some customers also mention that their plants started to wilt after 4 weeks. Overall, customers are disappointed with the quality and durability of these plants.
"...It was a very pretty plant, but it is disappointing to have it die so quickly." Read more
"...mine is cream colored slightly more angular corners and is frayed outward at the rim. I like it better than the pictured pot...." Read more
"...Update: Both trees died after almost a month of having them. It was gloomy so I invested in a light it. I watered them how I was suppose to...." Read more
"...After 2 weeks it looks dead. Not sure if I will be able to revive plant but does not look good. Beware, NO RETURNS on plants...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the flowers of the plant seed. They mention that it arrived without any blooms, blossoms, or bud. Some customers also mention that the plant arrived mostly dead with all brown flowers.
"...However, after only a week it had lost all of it's leaves and died...." Read more
"Plant requires high-level of maintenance. Does not have flowers as shown in picture as it is seasonal. Plant showed up well packaged...." Read more
"...one that arrived was half the size of the first one... there were no blooms, and the tree looks like its only a year old, if that...." Read more
"...It actually looks quite good. Azaleas are evergreen so it came with a bunch of leaves and looks really nice...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the plant seeds. They mention that it's not worth their time or money, disappointing, and skimpy. Some customers also mention that the tree was damaged, small, and disappointing to look at. Overall, customers are unhappy with the product and the source.
"...It is not nice enough to give as a gift. Do not recommend this item or the source. Not happy." Read more
"...All you get is a small untrained azalea in a cheap pot, a very pricey ripoff...." Read more
"No flowers yet but plant arrived healthy. Great price" Read more
"...It was a beautiful gesture, but it was also a waste of money...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the shape of the plant seed. They say it looks absolutely nothing like the picture, has pathetic looking leaves, and is bedraggled. Customers also mention that the plant is not manicured and looks like a scalp Azalea bush. They also say the ceramic planter is white and ugly.
"...Not sure if I will be able to revive plant but does not look good. Beware, NO RETURNS on plants. Be sure you know what you are getting...." Read more
"...Plant start to look poorly so thought it was getting too much water so we cut back to misting it every other day so it was still moist but not a lot..." Read more
"...like the picture because it flowers in May-June but the ceramic planter is white and ugly...." Read more
"...It wasn't blooming; looked nothing like the picture. She did say the planter was very nice...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the color of the plant. They mention that the leaves are thoroughly brown, turning brown, and falling off. Some customers also mention that their plant has a strange brownish red color and a drab beige pot.
"...The elm tree looks great and just manicured but the azalea has lots of yellow leaves and I am not sure if the leaves are yellow because of the trip..." Read more
"Changed review from one star to four after one month. Arrived with brown leaves and instead of putting it outside in -5F i kept it on window sill...." Read more
"...great idea, except it arrived with no flowers on it and half the leaves brown a dead looking...." Read more
"...or dwarf jade that I purchased in the same order, but the Azalea came completely brown and dead...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the plant. They mention that it is smaller than described, half the size, and looks like a small bush. Some say that the pot is too small for the plant, making it look like he plant is in a tiny bush. Overall, most are disappointed with the small size of this plant.
"...It seemed to be in good shape, but the pot seemed to be too small for the plant, making it very difficult to water...." Read more
"...one might one day turn into those, I'm pretty disappointed at how very tiny it is...." Read more
"...And it seems fairly healthy. But small doesn't quite capture the miniature nature of the plant...." Read more
"...Arrived with pink blooms. Perfect size to fit in corner of porch. Delivery packaging was awesome...." Read more
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As far as the tree itself, it comes in a styrafoam packaged box labeled with "live plant" so it can be handled accordingly during the shipment process. It comes in a beautiful little bonsai pot. I immediately read the directions and was unsure when reading it needs to be outdoors since I live in Colorado and it arrived in January. I kept it in my garage during the winter months, fortunately we have a window into our garage so I was able to just leave it out there rather than move it during the day for sun. The directions say to make sure in the winter the roots are protected from frost so I had gorilla hair ground cover I put on top of the soil and around the trunk, and then covered that with a layer of moss (decorative moss for succulents). I also wrapped a small scarf around the pot itself. Sounds a bit much, but if its only during the winter months, I think I can handle covering a 4 inch space with some cover and laying a scarf down once a year. I did this until the temperature returned to above freezing and then moved it outside. It started getting flower blooms in March that bloomed into beautiful, vibrant pink flowers all over. I take it inside when the storms are really bad because I don't want it getting over watered. Other than that, it looks great on our patio table, I never thought how cute a bonsai would look as a center piece! Water it every day, just until water starts to come out the bottom and buy slow release fertilizer pellets for nutrients!
Overall, the way the tree arrived, the thoroughness of the directions, and the way its been doing, I can only account the negative reviews to people who either don't know how to care for Bonsais or are either over or under watering it in respects to different climates. If Colorado weather permits the survival of this tree, it can live anywhere but hotter climates would likely require an extra watering . I highly, highly recommend this tree, the flowers that bloom make it worth it!
To comment on the pictured azalea, I would say that the actual product varies in a few ways. First is the pot, mine is cream colored slightly more angular corners and is frayed outward at the rim. I like it better than the pictured pot. It appears to have almost an antiqued effect where the cream is distressed a bit at the edges. The pot is just more my style than the pictured one. Secondly, the trunk of the azalea that I got was not too much like the pictured one. It appears that there are several trunks in there but there is a main trunk and the other ones could be easily pruned away. It could be that there is a common trunk that is buried under there somewhere but I'll have to wait for spring to uncover it. I think other than that it is a pretty accurate representation of what to expect when you buy this thing. The crown of the tree is almost spot on. Just a little dome of leaves and buds that will probably have flowers that look exactly the same as the picture.
All things aside, this is a great plant and I really like it. I tired making an amateur bonsai from some azaleas that I found at a department store and this is a way more effective way to go about bonsai. The other ones have huge leaves in comparison and look way out of place. Go Satsuki and have a blast.
To comment on the pictured azalea, I would say that the actual product varies in a few ways. First is the pot, mine is cream colored slightly more angular corners and is frayed outward at the rim. I like it better than the pictured pot. It appears to have almost an antiqued effect where the cream is distressed a bit at the edges. The pot is just more my style than the pictured one. Secondly, the trunk of the azalea that I got was not too much like the pictured one. It appears that there are several trunks in there but there is a main trunk and the other ones could be easily pruned away. It could be that there is a common trunk that is buried under there somewhere but I'll have to wait for spring to uncover it. I think other than that it is a pretty accurate representation of what to expect when you buy this thing. The crown of the tree is almost spot on. Just a little dome of leaves and buds that will probably have flowers that look exactly the same as the picture.
All things aside, this is a great plant and I really like it. I tired making an amateur bonsai from some azaleas that I found at a department store and this is a way more effective way to go about bonsai. The other ones have huge leaves in comparison and look way out of place. Go Satsuki and have a blast.
Update: Both trees died after almost a month of having them. It was gloomy so I invested in a light it. I watered them how I was suppose to. Not sure there was anything else I could have done. Super disappointed but it is what it is. I won’t purchase another one from online.
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I got 30 seeds for 10.99
Doesnt go with the add. Fairly expensive for seeds