Cork Bark Jade Bonsai Portulacaria afra 'Frank'

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Cork Bark Jade Bonsai Portulacaria afra 'Frank'

$89.00
  • SKU: 807980-03
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  • Description: This rare variety of jade bonsai features a cork bark trunk. The Cork Bark Jade, also known as Portulacaria afra 'Frank', is a rare cultivar of jade developed by Frank Yee. These trees are trained to arrive with more refined branch structure.
  • Bonsai Tree Age: 3-5 Years Old
  • Height: 10" - 14" Tall Potted
  • Pot: 8" Ceramic Bonsai Pot
  • Classification: Broadleaf Evergreen
  • Level: Beginner
  • Species: Jade
  • Placement: Indoors
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Description

The Cork Bark Jade, also known as Portulacaria afra 'Frank', is a rare cultivar of jade developed by Frank Yee that features a cork bark trunk. These trees are trained to arrive with more refined branch structure. The Jade bonsai is an evergreen succulent that can be grown indoors. However, it does best when placed outdoors. The trunk of the Jade is thick and flaky like cork and structured with round green succulent leaves. Once the tree reaches over 5 years of age, the trunk begins to exhibit a cork like bark on its trunk unlike regular jade plants.

Bonsai Specifications:
- Bonsai Tree Age: 3-5 Years Old
- Height: 10" - 14" Tall Potted
- Pot: 8" Ceramic Bonsai Pot
- Classification: Broadleaf Evergreen
- Level: Beginner

Care information included. Pot may vary depending on availability. Cork Bark Jade bonsai tree shape may vary from shown.


Care Information

 
Pruning Tips:
Jade back bud very easily. Pinch off leaves growing on the underside of branches to improve the overall appearance of the tree. Branches can be cut at any location to encourage backbudding.

Fertilizing:
We recommend fertilizing your bonsai tree every month with a bonsai fertilizer. Time release granules are the easiest to use and can be added every season. Reduce the amount of fertilizer during the winter. Take care to not over-fertilize as this can cause your leaves to burn or grow too leggy.

Lighting:
Cork Jades can thrive both indoor and outdoor. They prefer full sun for the best growth.

Temperature Requirements:
Protect the jade from cold weather. We recommend bringing the tree inside when the temperature begins to drop.

Watering Requirements:
The Cork Jade prefers to be watered only when it is dry. Overwatering will lead to tree rot.

Repotting:
Repot every three yaers during late winter and early spring. Cut off 1/3 of the root ball and refill empty space with soil. Do not water for 3 days after repotting.

Indoor / Outdoor:
The Cork Jade does best in both indoor and outdoor settings.

30 Day Plant Policy

30 Day Plant Replacement:
We understand that not everyone has a green thumb, so if your prized tree doesn't agree with you within 30 days, we'll send one replacement tree to you for free. We'll even cover the shipping cost for getting that new plant to you, which means all you need to do is give us a call. :)

Unlike most other websites that only offer a 3-day or 7-day policy, we're giving you a whole month to ease your mind that you've got a second chance to make the tree thrive. Look for the seal on the product page that indicates the product qualifies for our 30 day replacement policy.

How it Works:
When you receive your plant, care for it as you would based on the enclosed care instructions. If things aren't looking that great, give us a ring and we'll try to troubleshoot the issue. If after our recommendations, it still doesn't look like the plant will make it, we'll go ahead and send you a new tree. Our hope is that the experience you've gained from the first tree will ensure that the second tree will live on happily. Of course, we'll always provide help and support for that one too.

Exclusions: (Select Plants only - Look for the Seal)
Unfortunately :( , there are some exclusions on this policy. Otherwise, we wouldn't be able to continue to offer beautiful trees to everyone. Our 30 day policy applies to SELECT plants only. For other products and accessories, please refer to our general return policy.

In order to maintain our low prices on certain products, we must exclude Unique Trees, lucky bamboo event favors, and bonsai event favors from the 30 Day replacement policy. Corporate gifts are also excluded due to the additional discounts given on those orders.

Refunds & Store Credit: (requires notification within 7 Days)
Our 30 Day policy applies to a replacement tree ONLY. If you would like a refund or store credit, we must be notified within 7 DAYS of receiving your product. If a replacement tree is unavailable, a similar plant of equal value will be otherwise substituted. If no suitable substitution is available, store credit will be issued in the amount of the purchase price.