Review of California Pepper Tree 20 Seeds-Schinus-Tropical/Bonsai

A couple of seeds germinated, and have been growing well. Slow - they're less than foot tall after several months, but I dont know the growth rates or habit of this tree. They are 2 nice little pot plants for now. i'm pleased with them so far.

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This fast-growing ornamental tree reaches up to 30' tall, has graceful weeping branches and feathery pinnate leaves, and produces clusters of attractive rose/red aromatic berries. With time, the trunk becomes an enhancing gnarled feature as with an aged olive tree. Subtropical. Easily grown indoors. Also makes a great bonsai!
All parts of the tree have high oil and essential oil contents that produce a spicy, aromatic scent. The leaves of the pepper tree have such a high oil content that leaf pieces jerk and twist when placed in hot water as the oil is released. The berries, which have a peppery flavor, are used in syrups, vinegar, and beverages in Peru; are added to Chilean wines; and are dried and ground up for a pepper substitute in the tropics. The dried berries have also been used as an adulterant of black pepper in some countries.
Proper name: Schinus molle.

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Review of Japanese Maple 20 Seeds/Seed - ACER - BONSAI

So it took me all this time of caring and stressing over these seeds to find out they were a dud. Then through the magic of the internet I find out that these seeds arent even viable past two weeks. So even if the seeds were freshly picked, (doubtful) The chances that they would be viable by the time they got to me are slim. Not to mention it takes at least 3 months toget the seeds to sprout. I feel duped and want my money back.

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A great landscape tree for zones 5-9. Grows up to twenty five feet in height but is often pruned shorter. Also makes an excellent bonsai specimen.

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Review of New Zealand Tea 20 Seeds - Indoor Bonsai - Leptospermum

I bought this plant as "Australian Tea Tree" about 10 years ago. It's absolutely beautiful. It has dark green, needle-like leaves, tiny dark red flowers with black centers and is light and lacy, not dense. It has survived the heat and humidity; near drought conditions [I water by hose when I can.]; the light freezes we normally have; and even some more extended heavy freezes, as well. I planted it in the 'L' by the door of our brick house when I first got it. One year, it's top branch had grown past the eaves of the house, and I lost that branch to a heavy freeze, but other than that, it's been totally happy. It does not get special attention, but doesn't seem to need it, either. I bought a second one with pink flowers a couple of years later, but it did not make it through the first winter. The only difference in it's care was that it was planted in the middle of the same flower bed; not in the more protected corner. I guess that means that it could use a little winter protection here in zone 8 Myrtle Beach, S.C. I bought a plant; about 8-9 inches tall; and it is about 12 feet tall this year; slightly above the eaves, again. It is still one of my favorite plants. [I apologize if my review comes up twice; I think I lost the first one.]

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New Zealand Tea Bonsai

Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory'


Attractive New Zealand shrub called the "Tea Plant" by Captain Cook because of the agreeably aromatic tea his men made from the leaves. It is hardy in zones 9-10. In cooler regions it makes an excellent patio or house plant. Whether indoors or out this unusual plant needs full sun. It is native to Tasmania, New Zealand, Australia (New South Wales). It grows 8 feet tall but can be trimmed at any height. It is even used as a bonsai tree! To the left is a gorgeous flowering indoor 'tropical' bonsai! This tree produces small pink flowers which bloom 11 months out of the year (throughout the winter).


Makes a unique Indoor Bonsai!

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Review of Japanese Black Pine 25 Seed/Seeds - Bonsai

There is good instruction in details about how to take good care of these seeds into plants. I appreciate it because I am the first time planter of Bonsai. I follow the steps by the guidance and I hope those seeds will become a bonsai plant. If I really succeed I will come back to write my other review.

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Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) is an excellent, small, irregularly shaped, pine tree. The plant tolerates dry soil and salt. The dark green, twisted needles are 5 to 7 inches long. It grows approximately 12 to 18 inches per year. It is hardy in zones 5-8. It's mature height is 30 feet with a spread of 20 feet.


It is also an excellent choice for a bonsai tree.



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Review of Bald Cypress 20 Seeds-Taxodium Distichum-Bonsai/Outdoor

I purchased these seeds and have planted and almost all (18 out of 20) sprouted.They are all growing into little cypress plants.I would purchase these again from Amazon.They arrived in good condition and in a timely manner.

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What a fantastic bonsai! Small fine leaves spiral around stems, and the truck of reddish-brown fibrous bark can be absolutely stunning. It is pyramidal when young, but as it matures it gets horizontal branches. Leaves are sage green in summer, then russet or soft brown to orange-brown in the fall. It is deciduous, so it loses its needles in the fall. This cypress gets 1"-2" cones. When grown outside as a full-size tree, it can get 50' to 100' tall and 20' to 30' wide. It gets cypress knees when grown in or near water. Cypress also makes a good street tree because it has easy autumn cleanup. Hardy in zones 4-9; Deciduous; Growth rate is moderate; Requires sun, but is tolerant of a variety of soils (wet, dry, compacted).

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Review of Japanese Pagoda Tree 10 Seeds - Sophora - Bonsai -SALE*

These seeds were purchased at the beginning of August and were immediately sowed.Five were sowed in potting soil with slight acidity (as opposed to a seeding mixture) and the other five were sowed in cotton balls.The black seeds look like round beans approximately 6-7mm in diameter.

In 10 days (Aug 2 - Aug 12) I noticed that all of the seeds in the cotton balls had already started germinating which was surprising because the note that was included with the seeds indicated "MAY BE SLOW GERMINATING".I checked the ones in soil and all but one germinated.(That was probably my fault because I accidentally damaged the seed a week prior when I noticed that the husk was molding.)So of the ten seeds I received nine germinated, which is a surprising rate.I'm not an expert on Japanese Pagoda propagation so this may, in fact, be the normal success rate.

The husks of the seeds in the soil all developed mold while none developed in the cotton balls.The mold did not interfere with germination but is an unsightly fuzzy, greenish mold you usually find on old bread.

Here's what the note that was included stated if anyone is wondering:
"JAPANESE PAGODA TREE - SOPHORA JAPONICA
SOW JUST BELOW THE SURFACE IN A HIGH QUALITY SEEDING MIXTURE. PROVIDE TEMPERATURES OF 72F OR HIGHER. KEEP EVENLY MOIST & PROVIDE LIGHT & HIGH HUMIDITY.MAY BE SLOW GERMINATING[.]"

With all but one seed having germinated the seeds that were sent were of excellent quality which is what Hirt's provided.What happens with the Japanese Pagoda seedlings is now up to me.

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Increasingly used as a bonsai. A tall deciduous tree to 60', hardy to zone 4; leaves ovate to 2" and in 3-8 pairs. Tiered appearance with sturdy branching.

Recommended Temperature Zone:USDA: 4-11





Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade


Origin: China and Korea


Growth Habits: Deciduous medium to large tree, 40 to 60 feet tall and wide (12-24 m); young branches have olive-green bark; bright to dark green, pinnately compound leaves, 6 to 10 inches long (15-25 cm), 7 to 17 leaflets


Watering Needs: Little to moderate water, needs good drainage


Propagation: Seeds, occasionally softwood cuttings under mist, most named varieties are grafted



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Review of Chinese Elm Bonsai 25 Seed/Seeds - Ulmus parvifolia

100% germination rate so far. However, the seedlings are very delicate. Much more so than anticipated.

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Has small evergreen leaves which remain on the tree year - round. They are hardy with excellent branching characteristics. Has a twisted trunk and exposed roots which give the appearance of great age. Easy indoor care.


A tough attractive tree capable of growing just about anywhere, bark is often patched in varying colours and fall foliage is yellow to reddish purple. A lovely park or landscape tree. Zone: 4
Grows To: 70 ft.


Proper name: Ulmus parvifolia




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Review of Oshio Beni Japanese Maple 7 Seeds - Acer - Bonsai

First let me say that I was disappointed with a bonsai starter kit that I had ordered from this company before. The seeds included in the box set where all crushed and had to be trashed. I was expecting the same when it came to these, but was surprised when I found that they were wrapped in protective bubble wrapping and packaged with peanuts. There was loose bits in the bag or anything.

Its sad to have to wait for spring to start on a new bonsai adventure though.

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Oshio Beni Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Oshio Beni'

A great landscape tree for zones 5-9. Grows up to twenty five feet in height but is often pruned shorter. Also makes an excellent bonsai specimen.



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