Frank Yee Cork Bark Jade Pre-Bonsai - Slanting Trunk with Full Green Canopy

Frank Yee Cork Bark Jade Pre-Bonsai - Slanting Trunk with Full Green Canopy

This is the exact Frank Yee Cork Bark Jade pre-bonsai you will receive. This Portulacaria afra 'Frank' is one of the Cork Bark Jades Bonsai Outlet acquired from Frank Yee after visiting his California collection in 2021.

This tree already shows the cork bark texture that makes Frank Yee Cork Bark Jades so desirable. The slanting trunk has visible corking, rough bark plates, darker crevices, and warm tan-brown texture that gives the tree an aged, collected look.

This tree has a compact 12" height with a full 12" spread, giving it a balanced canopy and strong visual presence in its 8.5" grow pot. The small rounded leaves and multiple branch lines make this a promising tropical bonsai for continued refinement.

Why This Tree Stands Out

• Exact tree shown is the tree you will receive
• From Frank Yee's Cork Bark Jade collection acquired by Bonsai Outlet after a 2021 visit to California
• Already corking with visible bark texture on the trunk and branches
• Slanting trunk movement with a compact, balanced canopy
• 12" height with a full 12" spread
• Small green succulent foliage with the same basic care needs as Dwarf Mini Jade
• Tropical bonsai material ready for continued branch refinement

Tree Details

• Species: Portulacaria afra 'Frank'
• Common Name: Frank Yee Cork Bark Jade
• Type: Tropical pre-bonsai / bonsai material
• Height: 12" from soil to apex
• Spread: 12"
• Pot: 8.5" grow pot
• Placement: Indoor tropical bonsai in colder climates; outdoor placement only in warm conditions
• Photographed: July 6, 2026
• Photos: The tree shown is the exact tree you will receive

About This Tree

This Cork Bark Jade has a slanting trunk line with existing cork bark texture from the lower trunk into the branching structure. The trunk angle gives the tree movement, while the full canopy creates a compact, mature-looking silhouette.

The foliage is dense and active, with small rounded leaves and several branch directions for future styling. It can continue developing in its grow pot or eventually be moved into a bonsai container when the next owner is ready to refine the presentation.

Care Notes

Frank Yee Cork Bark Jade requires the same general care as Dwarf Mini Jade. It is a tropical succulent bonsai and is not cold hardy. In colder climates, grow it indoors in bright light and protect it from cold drafts. It may be placed outdoors during warm weather once nighttime temperatures are consistently safe for tropical plants.

Water thoroughly when the soil has dried down, then allow the soil to dry again before watering. Cork Bark Jade prefers bright light, warm conditions, and a well-draining soil mix. Avoid keeping the soil constantly wet.

Shipping Confidence

This tree ships from our Massachusetts nursery. Bonsai Outlet carefully packs each tree to help protect the trunk, branches, foliage, pot, and soil during transit.

Some minor soil movement or light shifting can happen during shipping, especially with living trees in grow pots, but every tree is packed with care by people who understand bonsai.

Please Note

All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final - no refunds, returns, or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out - we're happy to help.