Our Story
Rooted in New York’s Chinatown
Peony Chinese Bonzai was founded by Jackie Li with a simple belief: bringing a living plant home should feel personal, thoughtful, and lasting.
Our story is rooted in New York City’s Chinatown, where our storefront at 106 Walker St #1 connects our plants with the people and neighborhoods around us. We care for Chinese bonsai, houseplants, and everyday greenery with the same patience and attention that living plants require.
A Story with Local Roots
We are not a generic plant brand built around a made-up origin story. Our connection to community greening in New York goes back to a project recorded in 2008, and our work has also been covered by Hyperallergic. These records are part of the history behind Peony Chinese Bonzai and our commitment to making plants part of daily life.
What We Do
Every plant we offer is selected with care. From shaped bonsai to resilient houseplants, we focus on healthy specimens, clear descriptions, practical care guidance, and careful preparation before an order leaves us.
- Respect for the plant: We treat each tree and plant as a living work in progress, not a disposable decoration.
- Honest presentation: We aim to show and describe our plants clearly, so you can choose with confidence.
- Careful delivery: We prepare live plants thoughtfully for the journey from our Chinatown storefront to your home.
- Helpful guidance: We share straightforward, species-appropriate care information for beginners and experienced plant keepers alike.
From Walker Street to Your Home
Whether you visit us in Chinatown or shop online, our goal is the same: to make Chinese bonsai and healthy indoor greenery more approachable, more understandable, and easier to enjoy.
Thank you for supporting a small, locally rooted business and for giving living plants a place in your home.
Jackie Li
Founder, Peony Chinese Bonzai
New York, New York