Characteristics
Evergreen tree or bush. Slow growth. Valued as a bonsai for its trunk and small leaves.
Location
In areas with a Mediterranean climate, it can live outdoors during the summer, and during winter it must be protected from the cold. In colder areas, it should be kept the whole year inside a greenhouse.
Watering
Abundantly during summer and in moderation during winter. Sensitive to puddles.
Fertilization
Spring and autumn.
Re-potting
Every 2 or 3 years in spring.
Substrate
TERRABONSAI from Mistral Bonsai.
After transplanting, water it adding a solution of VITABONSAI from Mistral Bonsai, to accelerate the tree’s recovery.
Pruning and pinching
Pruning
During growth season.
Pinching
When the new bud has 6 or 8 pairs of leaves, cut them leaving only 2 pairs of leaves.
Wiring
During the whole year, it is better to perform it in spring.