NEW Bonsai Forest Box

Dawn Redwood, an ancient tree species only known in fossil form and thought to be extinct until the 1940s when it was re-discovered in China. This fast growing tree has a distinctive trait, it is deciduous. In late fall, it's vibrant green needles change to a coppery-orange then fall leaving a beautiful, dormant tree form. Come Spring, new buds take shape and the tree awakens for another cycle of growth. Dawn Redwood is one of the easiest trees to grow from seed. When combined with its fast growth rate and lovely four season cycle, it is truly the perfect tree to bonsai in forest form. The practice of growing a bonsai from seed is known in Japanese as Misho. It is considered the purest form of bonsai. While a little patience is required, there is nothing more rewarding than planting a seed and watching a tiny tree push up through the soil. Starting bonsai from seed not only provides enjoyment at every stage of growth it also allows full control along the way. kit includes | Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) seed in an airtight reusable tin, 5 coir seedling pots, drip tray for seedling pots when planted, OMRI listed seed starting soil, bonsai shears & easy-follow directions taking you from planting, care and tending to transplanting once the forest matures. Complete with tips and suggestions along the way and a little history, all nestled in a pine box with sliding lid and finished with a hand tied grosgrain ribbon. A truly thoughtful gift ready to give! * NEW Culinary Organic Herb Garden Box for cooks and for flower lovers, a California Giant Mixed Zinnia Box also available. A thoughtful Fall, Christmas, year-round gift for plant and tree lovers, this Bonsai Forest Box fits beautifully into holiday gifting, Christmas gift collections, host & hostess gifts and seasonal décor, pairing naturally with bonsai books, pots, gardening tools and other nature-inspired gifts.