Add a touch of living art to your home with our Jade Heart Bonsai (Portulacaria afra). Trained into an enduring heart shape, this dwarf jade succulent makes a striking centerpiece on desks, shelves, or windowsills.
Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra
- Common Names: Jade Bonsai, Dwarf Jade, Elephant Bush
- Form: Heart-shaped bonsai, retains shape for years with minimal pruning
- Sizes Available: 4 and 6 grower pots (H610 including pot)
- Light: Thrives in bright, direct to bright indirect light
- Water: Allow soil to dry between waterings; tolerate drought
- Temperature: 6580 F (1827 C); protect from frost
- Soil: Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
- Pet Safety: Generally non-toxic, but best kept out of reach
Care Tips
- Pruning & Shaping: Trim new growth quarterly to maintain heart form.
- Fertilizing: Feed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced, diluted succulent fertilizer.
- Repotting: Refresh soil every 23 years to maintain vigor.
Why Youll Love It
- Long-Lasting Deco: The heart shape stays defined for years with light maintenance.
- Beginner-Friendly: Drought-tolerant and forgiving, perfect for novice and seasoned bonsai growers alike.
- Unique Gift: A living symbol of love and resilienceideal for anniversaries, Valentines Day, or housewarmings.
