The Dwarf Jade (Portulacaria afra) is one of the hardiest bonsai trees you can grow — a sun-loving succulent with plump, glossy leaves and a wonderfully textured trunk. This statement-sized specimen is equally happy in a bright room or outdoors in warm weather, and shrugs off the occasional missed watering, making it ideal for beginners and collectors alike.
One-of-a-kind tree: the bonsai pictured is the exact tree you will receive, professionally styled by the Bonsai Bar team and planted in a 12" unglazed rectangle pot.
If you have any questions about your tree, reach out to us for a Treeiage call and our horticulture team is happy to help.
Shipping & Arrival
To ensure safe delivery, we prefer to ship trees between Monday and Wednesday at the latest, so your bonsai is never caught in an accidental weekend delay. Some leaf drop during shipment is completely normal. If leaves drop in transit, place your tree in a very sunny spot and water only once the topsoil has dried out — take care not to overwater while the tree has few or no leaves.
Care Guide
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Light: Full sun; tolerates partial shade
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Placement: Indoor or outdoor
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Water: Let the soil dry out between waterings — do not overwater
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Fertilizer: Moderate feeding through the growing season
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Temperature: Tropical succulent — keep away from freezing temperatures
Specifications
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Botanical name: Portulacaria afra
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Plant characteristics: Succulent, evergreen
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Tree dimensions: approx. 16" × 14" × 18"
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Pot: 12" unglazed rectangle
