Satsuki Azalea 'Reiko' Bonsai
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NameSatsuki Azalea 'Reiko' Bonsai
Species NameRhododendron indicum
Common NameSatsuki Azalea
Bonsai Stylesemi-cascade
Estimated Age (years)35
Container Typedark rectangular unglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, dramatically curved, smooth bark
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitystrong, but radial spread not fully visible
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDramatic curved trunk, abundant pink flowers and buds, long training history since 1987.
Description
This Satsuki Azalea 'Reiko' bonsai features a dramatically curved trunk, with its main foliage mass cascading below the rim of the pot. It is adorned with numerous vibrant pink flowers and buds, showcasing its beauty during bloom. The tree has been in training since 1987, indicating a long history of careful cultivation.
