Japanese black pine

Description I purchased this Japanese black pine in Omiya bonsai village several years ago. I imported it and repotted it into a rare Yamaaki container of very classical design which I believed better suited the classical information upright style of the tree. The style of the tree has not been changed much, I have simply been working to increase the already highly ramified branch structure. The bark is highly textured, adding to its allure. There really is not much more to add about this tree, as it very much speaks for itself. There is no other pine of this quality like it available in South Africa. Approximate age 50 years Dimensions Width: 600mm Depth: 460mm Height: 560mm Measurements exclude the container. Stand is not included in the sale.

  Japanese Black Pine can reach the height of 40 m, but rarely achieves this size outside its natural range. The needles are in fascicles of two with a white sheath at the base, 7-12 cm long; female cones are 4-7 cm in length, scaled, with small points on the tips of the scales, taking two years to mature. Male cones are 1-2 cm long borne in clumps of 12-20 on the tips of the spring growth. Bark is grey on young trees and small branches, changing to black and plated on larger branches and the trunk; becoming quite thick on older trunks. Because of its resistance to pollution and salt, it is a popular horticultural tree. In Japan it is widely used as a garden tree both trained as Niwaki and untrained growing as an overstory tree. The trunks and branches are trained from a young age to be elegant and interesting to view. It is one of the classic bonsai subjects. Please familiarise yourself with the shipping info below Shipping Rates are as listed below Approximate processing and transit times are listed below PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT SHIP OUTSIDE OF SOUTH AFRICA  

Only available to South African customers. About I usually release some of my Japanese Red Pine stock at the beginning of summer (seedings) and older plants at the end of the growing season, during winter. These plants have been grown by myself, from seed purchased from reputable sources in Kinashi, Japan thus they are guaranteed to be the species as claimed. My process All 1 year and older stock has been grown from seedling cuttings for the best possible nebari. This also results in a very short stem length till the first actively growing buds making them idea for mame and shohin sized trees which can be grown in a much shorter space of time than the medium and larger size bonsai. Read more about my process here. While plants are in my care they are fed copious amounts of BonsaiBoost, fed weekly alternating with Seagro, Sea Secret and Kelpak to stimulate strong roots. Monthly fungicide treatments are applied, alternating between Copper Oxychloride, Chronos and Unizeb. Packaging Seedlings less than 1 years of age are sold loose, without growing medium in a plastic bag with damp sphagnum moss. Each 1 year and older plant is sold in its container with growing medium, which is watered thoroughly and then plastic wrapped prior to shipping. Further Reading The techniques for growing Red pine are almost identical to Black Pines. Read more about this species here.   Seedling images are depictions only of the average size and development of sale stock. Other photos are examples of Japanese red pine which I have grown from seed.

Pinus thunbergii  Bonsai Seeds Pinus is a genus of approximately 120 species of monoecious, evergreen, coniferous trees or shrubs, widely distributed throughout the world particularly occurring in mountainous and arid conditions where they are able to thrive. Pines are a classic bonsai species in Japan and the world over, they are not however, easy trees to care for and style without experience. Pines have their own growth patterns that differ greatly from deciduous and common coniferous species; these growth patterns need to be understood before successful styling and pruning can be carried out. As can be seen in the accompanying pictures; pines are not only used for bonsai in Japan, they are also very often seen cloud-pruned in Japanese gardens. Pinus thunbergii is a native of Japan and is arguably the classic bonsai pine species. The Black Pine is a very vigorous tree commonly grown Japan in parks and ornamental gardens where heights of anything up to 25metres are commonly reached. Black Pines are very tolerant of poor conditions, surviving in nature on barren, stony soils. Pinus thunbergii has thick, dark grey-green needles up to 7-15cm long, though quite long, the needle-size can be reduced in length with the use of bonsai pruning techniques. Bark is purplish-grey and becomes very craggy and fissured with age. White pines are frequently grafted onto the more vigorous Black pine, Pinus thunbergii, rootstock to improve vigour and growth-rate. On offer is a pack of 10 Seeds

Pinus thunbergii  Bonsai Seeds Pinus is a genus of approximately 120 species of monoecious, evergreen, coniferous trees or shrubs, widely distributed throughout the world particularly occurring in mountainous and arid conditions where they are able to thrive. Pines are a classic bonsai species in Japan and the world over, they are not however, easy trees to care for and style without experience. Pines have their own growth patterns that differ greatly from deciduous and common coniferous species; these growth patterns need to be understood before successful styling and pruning can be carried out. As can be seen in the accompanying pictures; pines are not only used for bonsai in Japan, they are also very often seen cloud-pruned in Japanese gardens. Pinus thunbergii is a native of Japan and is arguably the classic bonsai pine species. The Black Pine is a very vigorous tree commonly grown Japan in parks and ornamental gardens where heights of anything up to 25metres are commonly reached. Black Pines are very tolerant of poor conditions, surviving in nature on barren, stony soils. Pinus thunbergii has thick, dark grey-green needles up to 7-15cm long, though quite long, the needle-size can be reduced in length with the use of bonsai pruning techniques. Bark is purplish-grey and becomes very craggy and fissured with age. White pines are frequently grafted onto the more vigorous Black pine, Pinus thunbergii, rootstock to improve vigour and growth-rate. The bid amount is for 1 Seed

Buy 5 Pinus thunbergii - Black Pine Bonsai Seeds + FREE Gifts Seeds + Bonsai eBook - Combined Shipping for R21.75

Buy 5 Pinus thunbergii - Black Pine Bonsai Seeds + FREE Gifts Seeds + Bonsai eBook - Combined Shipping for R20.00

  Attractive tomatoes are the shape and size of a small pear with a beautiful purplish-brick colour; the fruit are perfect and smooth with no cracks. The flavour is excellent. A productive and long fruiting variety. Seeds per pack - 10 Seeds Country of Origin - Canada Certified Organic by - Ecocert Canada   Please familiarise yourself with the shipping info below Shipping Rates are as listed below Approximate processing and transit times are listed below PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT SHIP OUTSIDE OF SOUTH AFRICA  

JAPANESE STYLE INSPIRED BLUE LED WATCH "ICE/IRON SAMURAI" - G165 BLUE/RED LED Watch with Blue LED Time and Date display and adjustable metal bracelet. Introducing the "Ice Samurai", a chilling blue Japanese inspired LED watch using Blue LED technology to display time and date. Read the time in style with just a press of a button and an ice cold blue glow will appear from between the onyx black metal shackles. You mean this watch really tells the time? Yep! In fact, when you start wearing this watch you may find yourself spending all your time chasing demons and freeing the countryside from terrors too terrible to speak of. Jimi Hendrix and Christopher Walken are said to be "Ice Samurai" owners, as are Rick Astley, Debbie Gibson, and Miami Sound Machine. At a Glance... Burning Blue LED's Time and Date Function Manufacturer Specifications General Screen: Top and Bottom Row LED Lights For Time and Date Display Bracelet Color: Camouflage Steel (Onyx) Bracelet Length: 180mm with 18 Segments for Wrist Adjustment Clasp: Exclusive Fold over Lock Design Buttons: Top: Hour and Date Display + Select, Bottom: Change Mode Settings: Time, Date, Year Power Source: 1x CR2016 (Included) Dimensions Main product dimensions: 130x66x12mm (L x W x D) Main product weight: 106g Product Notes Press the Top Button to Display the Time on Demand. This Watch is Not Waterproof Package Contents Blue/ Red LED Watch User Manual

Previous customers: Please note the genuine Japanese pumice (Hyuga) now being imported is slightly different in appearance and is of a superior quality compared to conventional pumice (previous stock). Please read the updated product description below. Please note that 3 different sizes of this product is stocked;   Fine (1-3mm),   Small (3-6mm)   and   Medium (5-8mm). What is it? Japanese pumice, or Hyuga as it is known in Japan is a naturally occurring volcanic product from the south part of Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan. Hyuga vs Pumice These two products are very similar in characteristics however due to the manner in which this Hyuga is formed in nature it is slightly softer and more porous than conventional pumice. In fact Hyuga is so porous it will sink, which reduces erosion when watering.  Due to the porosity of Hyuga aggregates in your growing mixes it enhances: water retention nutrients oxygen It is suitable for a wide range of plant species as it has an essentially neutral pH of 6. How to use? Japanese pumice is recommended for Rhododendron (including Azalea), general pot plants, orchids and it of course forms a crucial part of many bonsai growing mixes. If I had only one soil component to use for bonsai it would be 100% pumice. If you have akadama, add some. - Michael Hagedorn As Hyuga will not under normal circumstances break down it can be sifted and re-used however if you intend doing so a disinfecting treatment using Sporekill is strongly recommended to reduce the risk of spreading fungal or bacterial issues. Hyuga can be combined with other elements such as akadama or peat (no more than 20% of the total mix). Due to the good drainage qualities of hyuga it is very often used to assist a sick tree to regain vigor and health. In such a case 100% Japanese pumice may be used. Here are a few recipes from leading international bonsai practitioners: Michael Hagedorn 80% pumice and 20% composted pine bark for strong roots and early tree development. Pumice provides the widest range of healthy growing conditions. You can over water it, under-water it, and it creates great fine root growth second only to pumice mixed with about 50% akadama.  Boon Manakitivipart 1 part pumice, 1 part lava, 1 part akadama, 1 handful decomposed granite and 1 handful horticultural charcoal. Bjorn Bjorholm Akadama, lava rock, and pumice. Use a 1:1:1 ratio respectively for conifers and a 2:1:1 ratio respectively for deciduous and broadleaf evergreen species. Peter Tea 2 parts akadama, 1 part hyuga (Japanese pumice) and 1 part coarse river sand.

Please note that 3 different sizes of this product is stocked; Fine (1-3mm), Small (3-6mm) and Medium (5-8mm). What is it? Japanese pumice, or Hyuga as it is known in Japan is a naturally occurring volcanic product from the south part of Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan. Hyuga vs Pumice These two products are very similar in characteristics however due to the manner in which this Hyuga is formed in nature it is slightly softer and more porous than conventional pumice. In fact Hyuga is so porous it will sink, which reduces erosion when watering.  Due to the porosity of Hyuga aggregates in your growing mixes it enhances: water retention nutrients oxygen It is suitable for a wide range of plant species as it has an essentially neutral pH of 6. How to use? Japanese pumice is recommended for Rhododendron (including Azalea), general pot plants, orchids and it of course forms a crucial part of many bonsai growing mixes. If I had only one soil component to use for bonsai it would be 100% pumice. If you have akadama, add some. - Michael Hagedorn As Hyuga will not under normal circumstances break down it can be sifted and re-used however if you intend doing so a disinfecting treatment using   Sporekill   is strongly recommended to reduce the risk of spreading fungal or bacterial issues. Hyuga can be combined with other elements such as   akadama or   peat (no more than 20% of the total mix). Due to the good drainage qualities of hyuga it is very often used to assist a sick tree to regain vigor and health. In such a case 100% Japanese pumice may be used. Here are a few recipes from leading international bonsai practitioners: Michael Hagedorn 80% pumice and 20% composted pine bark for strong roots and early tree development. Pumice provides the widest range of healthy growing conditions. You can over water it, under-water it, and it creates great fine root growth second only to pumice mixed with about 50%   akadama.  Boon Manakitivipart 1 part pumice, 1 part lava, 1 part   akadama, 1 handful decomposed granite and 1 handful horticultural charcoal. Bjorn Bjorholm Akadama, lava rock, and pumice. Use a 1:1:1 ratio respectively for conifers and a 2:1:1 ratio respectively for deciduous and broadleaf evergreen species. Peter Tea 2 parts   akadama, 1 part hyuga (Japanese pumice) and 1 part coarse river sand.

  This prized Bonsai specimen, is a species of cherry, native to Japan, Korea and China. It is a small deciduous tree with a short single trunk and dense crown reaching a height of about 15 to 25 feet tall. The smooth bark is chestnut-brown, with prominent horizontal lenticels. The leaves are arranged alternately, simple, ovate to lanceolate, 5 inches long with a short petiole and a serrate or doubly serrate margin. The fruit is a globose black pea-sized drupe appearing in late summer. The Japanese Flowering Cherry Tree, which only blooms for a very short time in the spring, is sometimes called Sakura ("tree on which god sits") and symbolizes spring, life and beauty. The Japanese consider these trees very special. The cherry blossom came to Japanese when a Japanese goddess named Konohanasakuyahime planted one atop Mt. Fuji. Please familiarise yourself with the shipping info below Please note the following shipping dates will apply over the holiday period: Orders with cleared payments between 2pm on Sunday 18 December and 2pm on Tuesday 27 December 2016 will be dispatched on Wednesday 28 December 2016. Orders with cleared payments between 2pm on Tuesday 27 December 2016 and 2pm on Monday 2 January 2017 will be dispatched on Tuesday 3 January 2017. Shipping Rates are as listed below Approximate processing and transit times are listed below

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Pinus parviflora  Bonsai Seeds Pinus is a genus of approximately 120 species of monoecious, evergreen, coniferous trees or shrubs, widely distributed throughout the world particularly occurring in mountainous and arid conditions where they are able to thrive. Pines are a classic bonsai species in Japan and the world over, they are not however, easy trees to care for and style without experience. Pines have their own growth patterns that differ greatly from deciduous and common coniferous species; these growth patterns need to be understood before successful styling and pruning can be carried out. Pines are not only used for bonsai in Japan, they are also very often seen cloud-pruned in Japanese gardens. Pinus parviflora is a conical or columnar tree, often with a spreading crown native to Japan. The 2-6 cm long leaves are a deep-green colour with whitish blue inner sides, giving rise to the name, the White Pine. On offer is a pack of 5 Seeds