Ponytail Palm-Extra Large (Beaucamea Recurvata)
Posted by admin on Jul 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment
The most striking feature of the Ponytail Palm is the swollen base of the trunk. The texture of the trunk looks and feels scaly like the foot of an elephant and is also known as Elephants Foot. The extraordinary thickening of the trunk serves as a water reservoir against dry spells, allowing the tree to go up to four (4) weeks without water and causing no ill effects. Excellent in low or higher lighting conditions....
Green Island Ficus-Small Ficus Microcarpa
Posted by admin on Jul 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Informal upright with shiny dark green leaves which are thicker than the standard ficus leaf but thinner than a Jade leaf. Develops a thick trunk and aerial roots at a relatively early age. Very easy indoor care. One of our favorites. 4 years old 6″ tall Suitable 4 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ humidity tray is recommended. To purchase add $3.50. Shipped UPS 2-3 days at 10.95.
$24.95 |
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Hawaiian Umbrella Tree – Banyan Style – Extra Large (arboricola schefflera)
Posted by admin on Jul 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment
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 “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...
Monterey – Double Trunk-Preserved Bonsai Tree
Posted by admin on Jul 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Neither plastic nor silk, this real live bonsai tree that was carefully crafted and preserved to protect its natural fragrance, color and texture indefinitely. No watering, trimming or maintenance is required. With its timeless beauty evoking a feeling of nature, this accent piece accommodates any architectural setting. Our one-of-a-kind preserved bonsai is planted in a traditional glazed ceramic imported container....
Barbados Cherry (Small) (malpighia Pendiculata)
Posted by admin on Jul 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Native to St. Croix, Trinidad and Curacao. The name “Malpighia”is used to honor Marcello Malpighia (1628-1693). He was a distinguished naturalist in Bologna, Italy. The natural form of the Barbados Cherry is pendulous with weeping twigs and branches. The flowers are rose-pink, often several together in a cyme. Its fruit is small and edible. It has a weeping growth habit if the branches are allowed to elongate....
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