Jade Heart Bonsai - Live Plant

Add a touch of living art to your home with our Jade Heart Bonsai (Portulacaria afra). Trained into an enduring heart shape, this dwarf jade succulent makes a striking centerpiece on desks, shelves, or windowsills.

Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Portulacaria afra
• Common Names: Jade Bonsai, Dwarf Jade, Elephant Bush
• Form: Heart-shaped bonsai, retains shape for years with minimal pruning
• Sizes Available: 4″ and 6″ grower pots (H ≈ 6–10″ including pot)
• Light: Thrives in bright, direct to bright indirect light
• Water: Allow soil to dry between waterings; tolerate drought
• Temperature: 65–80 °F (18–27 °C); protect from frost
• Soil: Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
• Pet Safety: Generally non-toxic, but best kept out of reach

Care Tips

• Pruning & Shaping: Trim new growth quarterly to maintain heart form.
• Fertilizing: Feed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced, diluted succulent fertilizer.
• Repotting: Refresh soil every 2–3 years to maintain vigor.

Why You’ll Love It

• Long-Lasting Deco: The heart shape stays defined for years with light maintenance.
• Beginner-Friendly: Drought-tolerant and forgiving, perfect for novice and seasoned bonsai growers alike.
• Unique Gift: A living symbol of love and resilience—ideal for anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, or housewarmings.