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Overall Height ~ 33cm Age: 12yrs

Unique 12 year old Flowering Fukien Tea Tree – “Perfectly Imperfect” Bonsai

Original price was: £59.99.Current price is: £45.99.

SKU: CImperfect12

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This indoor bonsai is a mature 12-year-old Fukien Tea Tree (Carmona microphylla) with glossy foliage and delicate white summer flowers. It arrives planted in a blue ceramic bonsai pot and includes a free care leaflet to help you get started. These trees are offered as “seconds,” meaning they may show styling variations while still being healthy, established bonsai. The Fukien Tea Tree is a popular indoor bonsai species that thrives in warm, bright rooms. With its flowering display and symbolic meaning, it makes a beautiful addition to any home.

Description

Indoor Bonsai – 12-Year-Old Fukien Tea Tree (Flowering Variety – “Perfectly Imperfect”)

A Mature Indoor Bonsai with Natural Character

This indoor bonsai is a 12-year-old Fukien Tea Tree (Carmona microphylla), a popular flowering species well suited to indoor environments. These trees are offered as “perfectly imperfect,” which means they may not have the refined styling of our premium range. However, they still show the maturity, charm, and character that develop over many years of careful growth.

Each bonsai is planted in a classic blue glazed ceramic pot and arrives ready to display in your home. Because every bonsai is individually grown, natural variation should be expected in the trunk shape, branching, and canopy.

A Flowering Indoor Bonsai with Year-Round Interest

The Fukien Tea Tree is admired for its glossy green foliage and delicate white flowers. During the warmer months, small star-shaped blooms appear across the canopy, adding subtle beauty to this bonsai.

Its compact leaves and strong branching structure make it ideal for bonsai cultivation. The mature trunk and balanced canopy create an attractive tree that brings natural texture and calm to a bright windowsill, desk, or indoor living space.

What’s Included

This indoor bonsai arrives planted in a blue ceramic bonsai pot and is ready to enjoy straight away. We also include a free bonsai care leaflet to guide you through watering, positioning, and general bonsai care.

These trees are part of our “perfectly imperfect” range, which means they may show slight irregularities in styling or structure. However, they remain healthy, established bonsai that offer excellent value.

Symbolism and Why an Indoor Bonsai Makes a Meaningful Gift

The Fukien Tea Tree bonsai is often associated with courage, heart, love, and devotion. For this reason, it makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for many occasions.

Unlike traditional flowers, an indoor bonsai continues to grow and develop over time. As a result, it becomes a lasting reminder of the person who gave it.

Why Buy from Bonsai Direct

At Bonsai Direct, our experienced growers carefully cultivate each bonsai to maintain healthy growth and natural character. Rather than mass-producing plants, we focus on well-developed bonsai that thrive in their new homes.

We carefully package every tree for safe delivery and include simple care guidance to help you look after your indoor bonsai with confidence.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Flowering
Pot Size (cm)
19 x 14
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Difficulty
Easy - Likes a warm position & does not like to be too wet
Maintenance
Positioning: Loves warmth and bright, indirect light. Avoid draughts.

Watering: Keep soil lightly moist; do not overwater. Prefers to be very slightly damp.

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

Pruning: Pinch back soft shoots to maintain shape.

Repotting: Repot every two to three years in late spring.

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

The Oriental Tea Tree (Carmona microphylla) is a simple & elegant bonsai ideal for growing indoors. This bonsai has pretty white flowers during summer months & lovely green, shiny & waxy foliage. The leaves are unusually shaped & well proportioned. The leaves grow in neat clusters allowing the flowers and branch structure to be highly visible. A highly appealing & artistic bonsai.

Delivery

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Service When will it arrive? Charge
Standard Delivery
(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)
Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
Premium AM
(Weekdays before 1pm)
Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £8.99
Weekend Delivery Chosen Saturday or Sunday £8.99
Highlands & Islands
AB37–38, AB54–56, FK17–21, GY, HS, IV1–63, JE, KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–49, PA60–78, PH19–26, PH30–40, PH42–44, PH49–50, TR21–25, ZE
Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
Northern Ireland Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
✅ Every bonsai is hand-checked, watered, and securely packaged for safe arrival.
📘 Printed care guide included with all orders.
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Bonsai Care

🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
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
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
🎥 Extra help & videos are available on our website.
✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
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