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Bonsai Growing Kit -Pride of India

Bonsai Growing Kit -Pride of India

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Pride of India - Lagerstroemia Indica

The Pride of India (Lagerstroemia indica) is also commonly called the “Crape Myrtle”, “Trots van Indie” or “Skubliesroos”. It is a spectacular little tree native to the Indian subcontinent, and China, Japan and Korea.

It is most often multi-stemmed with a wide and spreading, flat topped crown. However it has a variable growth habit, and can sometimes be rounded, or shrub-like with an irregular and open habit. It is deciduous, and in colder regions its dark green foliage turns yellow, orange and red before dropping

Pride of India trees are known for their beautiful blooms, typically in shades of pink, purple, red, or white, and their distinctive bark that exfoliates revealing a smooth, mottled bark beneath. They can grow as multi-stemmed shrubs or small trees, with some varieties being dwarf, making them suitable for containers. 

Germination Tip:

After soaking the seed overnight and the seed has not softened or swelled, you will need to scarify the seed coat. Scarifying is the process of weakening the seed coat, so that water and oxygen can enter the seed, in turn, kick starting germination. Seeds will remain  dormant if not exposed to these elements

Scarifying can be achieved by gently rubbing the seed coat with sandpaper, you do not need to rub off the entire coating, just enough for water to enter.

NB: Only scarify the seed coat, do not damage the internal parts of the seed.

Once Scarifying has been done. submerge the seed again as per instructions

Bonsai Starter Kit provides everything you need to grow your own Bonsai – Seeds, Pot, Bonsai Mix and Instructions.

Everything you need to bring the joy of growing bonsai into your or a loved one’s life – in one sleek box. Each box contains fresh seeds, 1 ceramic container, seedling growing medium, decorating stones, drainage mesh and instructions.

We also offer Custom Design options on the packaging to personalize for Weddings or Corporate Branding

The perfect DIY gift: For mom, dad, him or her, this is the perfect gift to give on birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, housewarming, or any other occasion — ideal for beginners, masters, and children alike. See the excitement in their eyes as they experience growing indoor bonsai trees.

No green thumb needed: Just follow the easy step-by-step instructions, and you’re good to go.



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