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Overall Height ~ 38cm Age: 9yrs

Captivating Indoor Cuphea Bonsai with Striking Purple Flowers | Beautifully Twisty Trunk

£165.00

SKU: PCuphea29

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Discover the vibrant charm of this 9-year-old Cuphea bonsai — an elegant flowering variety that bursts with rich purple blossoms for months on end. With beautiful S-shaped trunk and an elegant, balanced canopy, this bonsai brings artistic movement, colour and character into any indoor space.

Potted in a brand new royal blue glazed ceramic bonsai pot with a matching drip tray, the light glaze highlights both the bright foliage and the vivid purple flowers. Stylish, harmonious and full of natural grace, this Cuphea bonsai makes a wonderful statement piece for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Description

9-Year-Old Cuphea Bonsai (Purple Blossom) – Flowering Indoor Bonsai

A Beautiful Elegant Cuphea with S-Shaped Trunk Flow

Discover the vibrant charm of this 9-year-old Cuphea bonsai — an elegant flowering variety that bursts with rich purple blossoms for months on end. With beautiful S-shaped trunk and an elegant, balanced canopy, this bonsai brings artistic movement, colour and character into any indoor space.

Potted in a brand new royal blue glazed ceramic bonsai pot with a matching drip tray, the light glaze highlights both the bright foliage and the vivid purple flowers. Stylish, harmonious and full of natural grace, this Cuphea bonsai makes a wonderful statement piece for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

About the Species — Cuphea (Purple Blossom Bonsai)

The Cuphea, sometimes called Mexican Heather, is a much-loved flowering bonsai species known for its fine branching, glossy bright-green leaves and prolific bloom cycle. This variety produces masses of delicate tubular purple-pink flowers throughout summer and often into late autumn. Indoors, it thrives with minimal fuss and offers one of the longest flowering seasons of any indoor bonsai.

In the language of plants, the Cuphea represents joy, good fortune and wishes coming true — a lovely symbolic message for gifting.

Why This Bonsai Stands Out

  • Prolific purple flowering through summer and beyond

  • Glossy evergreen foliage for year-round colour

  • S-shaped trunk for natural balance and artistic movement

  • Royal Blue oval ceramic pot with matching drip tray

  • Easy to grow, making it ideal for beginners

  • Meaningful symbolism of joy, luck and fulfilled wishes

Why Buy from Bonsai Direct

At Bonsai Direct, expert growers nurture every tree by hand at our sustainable Devon nursery. We grow each bonsai with patience, passion and real horticultural expertise. Customers choose us because our trees arrive beautifully styled, securely packaged and supplied with simple, reliable care instructions. We focus on approachable support, eco-friendly practices and fast, dependable delivery — making your bonsai experience joyful from the moment it arrives.

This is the exact Cuphea bonsai you will receive.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Flowering
Pot Size (cm)
22 x 17
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Difficulty
Easy
Maintenance
Positioning: Place in bright light or gentle morning sun.

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; do not let it dry out.

Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle to encourage flowers.

Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain compact form.

Repotting: Repot every two-three years.

Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Bonsai Variety

Cuphea, commonly known as Mexican Heather, is a beautiful flowering shrub prized for its fine green foliage and masses of delicate purple blooms. Its naturally compact growth and small leaves make it especially well suited to bonsai cultivation. Easy to maintain and rewarding to grow, Cuphea brings long-lasting colour and a soft, elegant appearance to any bonsai collection.

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Bonsai Care

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Beginner-friendly
Care What to do How often
Step 1 Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. Upon arrival
On arrival In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Once on day 1
Position Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. All year
Water Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. Daily check
Mist Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. Once or twice a week
Feed Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. Species dependant
Prune Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. As needed
Health If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. If issues arise
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