Satsuki Azalea 'Ai-no-hana' Bonsai
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NameSatsuki Azalea 'Ai-no-hana' Bonsai
Species NameRhododendron indicum
Common NameSatsuki Azalea
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)45
Container Typeoval glazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featurestapering, gently curved, mature bark
Foliage Typesmall broadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)42
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant multi-colored flowers (white, pink, fuchsia) on a single specimen, indicating a variegated cultivar or grafting, creating a vibrant floral display.
Description
This Satsuki Azalea bonsai showcases a beautiful display of multi-colored flowers, predominantly white with striking clusters of pink and fuchsia blooms. The trunk exhibits a gentle curve, tapering gracefully from a strong nebari to support a dense, rounded canopy of foliage and abundant blossoms. It is presented in a shallow, oval glazed pot, highlighting its mature development.
