Chinese New Year is almost here! The Year of the Snake begins on January 29th, 2024. It's a time for new beginnings, family gatherings, and of course, celebrating with good luck symbols.
Bonsai tree has been long associated with bringing good luck and success. As Chinese New Year is a huge tradition widely celebrated, gifting a bonsai or purchasing one is a popular tradition during the Lunar New Year. Gifting a bonsai symbolizes your wishes for the recipient's personal and professional growth and success in overcoming life's challenges.
In Feng Shui, bonsai trees are believed to attract positive chi (energy) and promote balance due to their symbolic and energetic properties. The meticulous cultivation of these miniature trees over years represents growth, resilience, and the potential for overcoming challenges, mirroring personal and professional development. Their intricate shapes and balanced forms embody the desired state of harmony and balance, creating a sense of tranquility. Evergreen varieties are thought to particularly attract positive chi, while the act of caring for the bonsai—watering, pruning, and shaping—is seen as a meditative practice that cultivates inner peace and harmony, positively influencing the energy of the surrounding space.
If you are a beginner and is unsure of which bonsai to get, Our all-in-one bonsai grow kit is the perfect choice for beginners or those seeking a hassle-free gift for the New Year. It includes everything needed to start your bonsai journey, from a healthy young tree to the proper soil and tools. This convenient package eliminates the guesswork, making it easy for anyone to cultivate their own miniature masterpiece. Below are recommendation of our top 5 best selling bonsai for the New Year:
1. Bonsai Growing Kit - Masu (Wooden Box) - Kuromatsu
This black pine bonsai is beautifully presented in a wooden box, making them a stunning and thoughtful gift. The cultivation set features a cypress masu, a traditional Japanese container, and includes everything needed to grow small trees. Unwrapping the washi-paper reveals a delicate fragrance of cypress, evoking the serene atmosphere of a Japanese garden and adds elegant touches to a home for the New Year gathering.
2. Green Capsule - Assorted Mini Bonsai (1 Piece)
Bring the excitement of gachapon to the world of bonsai! This miniature cultivation sets offer a fun and unexpected way to grow your own miniature trees. Each set features a small bonsai growing from seeds within a charming pottery bean bowl, crafted from high-quality vermilion clay. Choose from our collection of unique bowl shapes and enjoy the surprise of discovering which plant type you'll be nurturing. It's a truly unique and rewarding experience for both beginners and seasoned bonsai enthusiasts.
3. Haco Mame Bonsai Growing Kit
This is a mini bonsai cultivation set that grows a small but fully-formed bean bonsai from seeds. The bean bowl is beautifully finished with a lustrous three-color glaze, adding a touch of elegance to the vermilion-like matte pottery.
4. Bonsai Growing Kit - Black Pine
This best-selling bonsai cultivation set makes it incredibly easy to grow your own miniature masterpiece. It comes complete with everything you need, including seeds and a beautiful ceramic pot that adds a touch of elegance to any home. The Kuropine, a popular bonsai variety known for its hardiness and distinctive appearance, will thrive with minimal effort. Enjoy the process of watching your mini bonsai grow while adding a touch of natural beauty to your living space.
5. Bonsai Growing Kit - Nami-Fuji: Kuro-Matsu Japanese Black Pine
This Kuropine bonsai cultivation set offers a unique blend of horticulture and Japanese art. The pot features the iconic "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji" by Hokusai, connecting the art of bonsai with a celebrated masterpiece of Japanese art. Kuropine, a beginner-friendly variety, makes this set a meaningful and educational gift for anyone interested in experiencing the beauty and tradition of Japanese bonsai.
Incorporating these bonsai plants into your home decoration for Chinese New Year can bring a touch of nature, beauty, and good fortune. These miniature trees symbolize growth, resilience, and prosperity, aligning perfectly with the spirit of the new year. By carefully selecting and placing your bonsai, you can enhance the positive energy flow within your home, attracting good luck and creating a harmonious environment for the year ahead. Explore our full collection of bonsai here.