Characteristics
Evergreen tree. Liked for its red.-copper colour when it blossoms and its bark which flakes.
Location
In a Mediterranean climate outside during the whole year. Protect against cold in winter.
Watering
Abundant in summer and moderate in winter.
Fertilization
In spring and autumn.
Re-potting
Every 2 or 3 years, in spring..
Substrate
100% Akadama, or a mixture of Akadama with 20% of volcanic earth.
Pruning and pinching
Pruning
To be done the whole year.
Pinching
Pinch when the branch has developed about 5 to 6 leaves, cutting the two leaves at the top of the branches
Wiring
It is not usual.
Curiosities
In its countries of origin this tree is used to form hedges because it scomes back very well after a drastic pruning.