{"product_id":"tamarind-indica-in-8-pot-pre-bonsai","title":"Tamarind Indica in 8\" Pot - Pre Bonsai","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamarind Tree (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamarindus indica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautiful tropical species valued for its delicate, fern-like foliage, graceful branching, and distinctive fruit. Native to tropical regions, Tamarind develops into a strong, long-lived tree and can also be successfully grown in containers when regularly maintained and pruned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis plant is offered as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyoung starter tree \/ pre-bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving you the opportunity to continue developing its trunk, branch structure, and overall shape over time. Its small compound leaves and attractive branching habit also make Tamarind an interesting species for bonsai enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the tree matures under the right growing conditions, it may eventually produce the familiar brown tamarind pods containing the sweet-and-sour pulp commonly used in cooking, beverages, sauces, and desserts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone similar plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shown in the photos. Every plant is unique and will vary slightly in trunk shape, branching, height, and overall appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a nursery-grown pre-bonsai and has not been fully styled. Wiring, trunk movement, and branching will vary from plant to plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd a heat pack at checkout if temperatures in your area fall below 40°F (4°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePLANT CARE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e☀️ Lighting ☀️\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamarind grows best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrong light and full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor healthy, compact growth, provide several hours of direct sunlight each day. If your plant has been growing under nursery shade, gradually introduce it to stronger sunlight to avoid leaf scorch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is primarily an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoutdoor tropical tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and should not be considered a permanent indoor houseplant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Watering 💧\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly, allowing excess water to drain freely from the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the upper portion of the soil to begin drying between waterings. Avoid keeping the soil constantly soggy, as good drainage is important for healthy root development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung plants may need more frequent monitoring, especially during hot or windy weather. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e🌥️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWeather☀️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamarind is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etropical, warm-climate species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and should be protected from frost and freezing temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt performs best outdoors during warm weather. In colder climates, provide winter protection when temperatures begin to drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Elemental Bonsai Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Just the Plant","offer_id":67605207679257,"sku":"EBN-217-TA-ELE-JU","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Heat Pack","offer_id":67605207712025,"sku":"EBN-218-TA-ELE-WI","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/8660\/8665\/files\/Tamarind-Indica-8.png?v=1790880770","url":"https:\/\/www.elementalnursery.com\/products\/tamarind-indica-in-8-pot-pre-bonsai","provider":"Elemental Bonsai Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}