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The question of using jades and suculents seems to generate some heat, particularly among "purists" (whatever that term means). I am with you, they do achieve the illusion of a small tree in a container. They are also very tolerant and easy to care for. Jades are my choice whenever I want to give a bonsai as a gift to any friend who is still affraid of trying to care for a plant.

The "pixar" effect of the leaves has to do with the fact they are fleshy and suculent.
They are not conifers but conifers are not my cup of tea anyway

Jorge

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8-May-2008	#13
Bonsaifreak bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jun-2005 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas USDA Zone: 9 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 969	The question of using jades and suculents seems to generate some heat, particularly among "purists" (whatever that term means). I am with you, they do achieve the illusion of a small tree in a container. They are also very tolerant and easy to care for. Jades are my choice whenever I want to give a bonsai as a gift to any friend who is still affraid of trying to care for a plant. The "pixar" effect of the leaves has to do with the fact they are fleshy and suculent. They are not conifers but conifers are not my cup of tea anyway Jorge __________________ "Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more." Mark Twain