Hexagonal Glazed Ceramic Bonsai Pot

Anyone who grows bonsai knows that the pot is half of the picture. The same small tree can look ordinary in a plain plastic pot and striking in a well chosen ceramic one, because the pot frames the trunk, the roots and the shape of the branches. A good pot turns a plant into a small piece of art on a desk or a shelf.

The Hexagonal Glazed Ceramic Bonsai Pot is made to do exactly that. It comes in four models, a green hexagonal pot, a celadon square and a white crackle glaze in round or square, all in glazed ceramic with a durable fired finish. Two sizes are listed, a large and a small, both shallow pots for bonsai and small succulents rather than deep rooted plants.

What makes the crackle glaze bonsai pot special

The glazes are the heart of it. A crackle glaze carries a fine web of lines across its surface, so every pot has its own pattern. Celadon is a soft, pale green with a long history in ceramics, and the green hexagonal model brings a deeper green. Each gives a small pot a handmade, collected feel that plain mass produced pots miss.

The shapes add variety. A hexagonal pot has crisp edges that echo the structure of a bonsai trunk, a square pot feels grounded and formal, and a round pot softens the look for a flowering plant or a trailing succulent. You can choose one to suit a single plant or mix several shapes on one shelf.

The shallow proportions are the practical strength. Bonsai are grown in shallow pots that show off the trunk and surface roots, and small succulents have compact roots that do not need deep soil. At 2.5 inches high for the large and 1.5 inches for the small, these pots keep the whole display low and balanced.

Because each pot is small, a collection builds up easily. Many growers keep several tiny trees or succulents side by side, each in a different glaze, and the variety becomes part of the pleasure.

Where it looks best

• Desks. A tiny bonsai as a calm focal point.
• Windowsills. A row of small pots in good light.
• Bookshelves. A living accent tucked between books.
• Display shelves. Part of a small bonsai or succulent collection.
• Tea tables. A quiet touch of green beside a teapot.

The celadon and white crackle glazes feel especially at home in Japandi, minimal and traditional rooms, while the green hexagonal pot adds a richer note to a warm, natural space.

A small pot also suits the slow pace of bonsai. Young trees are often started in modest pots and moved on as they develop, and a collection of small crackle and celadon pieces lets you try different shapes with different trees, learning which pairings you like best along the way.

Choosing the size and planting

Two sizes are listed. The large is 4.2 inches across the opposite outer flats, 3.5 inches across the inner opening and 2.5 inches high. The small is 2.5 inches across the flats, 1.89 inches across the opening and 1.5 inches high.

• Match the plant to the inner opening rather than the outside measurement, since that is what the root ball has to fit through.
• Choose bonsai or small succulents with compact roots, not deep rooted plants.
• Check each model for a drainage hole before planting, since drainage varies between them.
• If there is no hole, keep the plant in its nursery pot and set that inside.

Keep the pot away from prolonged moisture and sudden temperature changes, which can crack ceramic, and keep it out of a hard frost, since glazed ceramic cracks when water freezes in it. The measurements are listed in the Dimensions section above. The listing does not say which size each model comes in, so email the team if you need a particular combination.

Pairing it with other pieces

Small bonsai pots look lovely on a simple wooden stand or tray, which lifts them slightly and frames them like objects in a gallery. On a tea table, pair one with a teapot and a couple of cups for a calm, natural setting. On a shelf, group two or three models together, mixing the round, square and hexagonal shapes.

Browse the botanicals collection for more pots and greenery, or the decorative trays collection for a bamboo or wooden tray to set them on. A tray also makes it easy to carry the pots to the sink to water them.

A little moss or fine gravel on the soil surface gives a finished look and helps the glaze stand out against the green.

Turning the pot a quarter turn every week or so helps the plant grow evenly toward the light.

Is the bonsai pot right for your plants?

It is a strong fit if you:

• Grow bonsai or small succulents with compact roots.
• Love crackle and celadon glazes with a handmade feel.
• Want a small pot to frame a plant like a piece of art.
• Are building a collection of small plants on a shelf or desk.

It is not the right choice for larger or deep rooted houseplants, since these are shallow pots. For those, a deeper planter will serve better. As a gift for a bonsai lover, though, a crackle glaze pot is a thoughtful choice.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about models and sizes are answered at info@norafurnish.com.