Father's Day gifts: Top 5 unusual gifts for under $25

4. Bonsai tree

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In this July 24, 2010, picture, master gardener Larry Jackel explains how Jody Horvath's buffalo juniper will 'cascade' after further trimming and shaping of the tree at a bonsai workshop in Cody, Wyo. Bonsai trees are small enough to make Dad feel important again.

Sitting in the shade of a tree is nice, but looking down on a tree and casting your own shadow upon it is the height of egotistical indulgence. Bonsai trees are a great gift for dads who sometimes need a self-esteem boost. They're cheaper than full-sized trees and small enough to pass off as a simple desk decoration. Juniper, Chinese Elm, and Money Trees are among the options on Amazon.com for less than $25.

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