Thank You Teacher Gifts – Indoor Flowering Myrtle/Roseapple Bonsai Starter Kit
Product Code: Teacher1
£46.99
A gorgeous “Thank You Teacher” starter bonsai tree gift which will display all year round interest! – Now a larger bonsai!
This charming 6-year-old Roseapple Myrtle (Syzygium buxifolium) indoor bonsai tree is an ideal thank-you gift for a teacher. It comes in a deep blue ceramic bonsai pot with a matching dark-coloured drip tray, and includes a bottle of bonsai fertiliser and pruning scissors. The gift is completed with a “Thank You Teacher” wooden hanging tag.
The Roseapple Myrtle is not only beautiful, with its blush-red tips, ivory flowers in warmer months, and cherry-like fruits in autumn, but it also carries meaningful symbolism. It represents love, good fortune, long life, and joyful living—making it a thoughtful and lasting token of appreciation.
Bonsai trees are an exceptional thank-you gift for several reasons. Their aesthetic beauty is undeniable, with expertly styled and shaped foliage that can be personalised to suit any taste. Moreover, their longevity ensures they can be a cherished part of your teacher’s home / classroom for years to come, making them a truly memorable gift.
Each bonsai carries profound symbolism, embodying values such as peace, harmony, love, good luck, prosperity, protection, joyful living, healing, and well wishes. Beyond their symbolism and beauty, bonsai trees encourage mindfulness. Caring for them promotes relaxation and offers a rewarding experience as you nurture and watch your tree grow.
We offer free next working day delivery on all bonsai, with the option to choose your preferred delivery date at checkout. You can also add extras like gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags when you add the bonsai to your basket. Each bonsai comes with a care guide, offering tips, variety information, and insights into its symbolism.
The Syzygium Buxifolium is a native species to South Africa and is commonly called a Roseapple or Brush Cherry. They get their names from the small bright red fruits which have a cherry-like appearance. The beautiful soft cream flowers precede the fruits are have wonderful long stamens which give them a star-burst appearance.
The leaves of this species are naturally small in size giving this bonsai as naturally dainty stature. The new leaves are often flushed with a blush-red colour and fade to a dark green. A easy variety to grow and ideal for beginners. The Roseapple bonsai has been a symbol of love, hence has become an emblem for marriage. It is also believed to be the flower of the gods, being sacred to the Greek goddess Aphrodite, the goddess of love. … It also symbolizes good fortune. It is believed that cultivating a Roseapple plant will usher in peace and love to your home. This plant is also considered a representation for long life, as well as joyful living. It is very elegant bonsai tree that many people love to grow in their homes.
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