Japanese Royal Blue Kusamono Pot – 19.5cm
Display grasses, mosses, ferns, accent plants, and companion plantings beautifully with this elegant Japanese-style kusamono pot finished in a rich royal blue glaze. Its shallow circular form and refined proportions make it ideal for creating natural seasonal displays and artistic accent arrangements.
Traditionally used for kusamono planting, this pot is designed to showcase the beauty of individual grasses, wildflowers, mosses, and small companion plants either as standalone displays or alongside bonsai trees. The vibrant royal blue glaze creates a striking contrast against green foliage while maintaining a sophisticated traditional appearance.
This pot includes a drainage hole for practical planting and healthy root development, while the unglazed base provides stability and a more authentic handcrafted finish.
Pot Dimensions
External dimensions: 19.5 x 3.5cm (7.5 inch)
Internal dimensions: 16.5 x 2.5cm
Traditional Kusamono Styling
Kusamono is a Japanese planting art that focuses on seasonal grasses, mosses, flowers, and naturally styled accent plants. Unlike bonsai, which centres on miniature trees, kusamono celebrates smaller plants and changing seasonal character.
Kusamono pots are commonly used for:
- Accent grass displays
- Moss plantings
- Fern arrangements
- Seasonal flowering plants
- Companion planting alongside bonsai
- Naturalistic miniature displays
The shallow profile encourages elegant surface planting while allowing textures, moss, and foliage to become part of the artistic composition.
The royal blue glaze provides a beautiful visual contrast against fresh green planting and works especially well with delicate seasonal arrangements.
Bonsai Potting Kit Included
To make planting easy and convenient, this pot comes with essential accessories:
- Bonsai soil
- Drainage mesh
- Anchor wire
- Soil positioning chopstick
- Printed repotting guide
Repotting Advice
Repotting is important for maintaining healthy roots and strong plant growth. Over time, compacted roots can reduce drainage, vigour, and overall plant health.
- Indoor bonsai and accent plants: May to September
- Outdoor deciduous planting: Early March before active growth
- Evergreen planting: Early spring (around March)
With the included tools and guidance, you can repot effectively and support healthy long-term development.
Important Notes
- Avoid placing the pot directly on furniture, as the unglazed base may be slightly abrasive.
- Each pot is handmade and hand-glazed, so small variations or minor blemishes may occur. These are part of the handcrafted character and do not affect functionality.
- Tray not included.
