Stone Lantern Japanese Boxwood
Best bonsai starter for enthusiasts seeking an established evergreen specimen.
This established specimen offers a head start on bonsai artistry with the assurance that you get exactly what you see. It is a resilient, evergreen choice for warmer climates, though it demands a dedicated spot in a bright window once the frost sets in.
$65.00
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Stone Lantern
Who it's for
- Homeowners wanting reliable, vibrant greenery throughout every season
- Bonsai artists seeking intricate styling and precise foliage control
- Novice gardeners needing a resilient and forgiving starter plant
Who should skip it
- Pet owners and parents requiring non-toxic household greenery
- Impatient growers looking for rapid, immediate landscape transformation
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular pest and disease monitoring
Performance breakdown
Bonsai Potential
Five-year maturity provides a strong foundation for advanced styling techniques.
Visual Accuracy
The exact specimen photographed is the one delivered to your door.
Climate Versatility
Thrives outdoors in mild zones but requires winter relocation in frost.
Structural Development
Solid trunk diameter offers an excellent starting point for aesthetic shaping.
Maintenance Ease
Evergreen foliage is rewarding but demands consistent light and seasonal awareness.
Container Quality
Durable plastic pot serves as a functional, utilitarian home for growth.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Buxus harlandii
Estimated Age
5 to 6 years
Height Overall
9 inches
Height Tree
6 inches
Pot Type
High Impact Round Plastic Bonsai Pot
Pot Diameter
8 inches
Trunk Diameter at Base
1.5 inches
Trunk Diameter at 1 inch above soil
1 inch
Foliage Type
Evergreen
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
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