Zelkova serrata. Bonsai 9 years. Japanese Elm
Zelkova serrata. Bonsai 9 years. Japanese Elm. Indoor bonsai. The Zelkova is appreciated for the size and characteristic shape of its leaves, as well as for the aged appearance of its bark, which peels. It stands out for its resistance. As a curiosity, in the right climate, it can be placed outdoors all year round, becoming a deciduous bonsai that sprouts with the arrival of spring.
Leaf type: evergreen
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Zelkova serrata. Bonsai 9 years. Japanese Elm. Indoor bonsai. The Zelkova is appreciated for the size and characteristic shape of its leaves, as well as for the aged appearance of its bark, which peels. It stands out for its resistance. As a curiosity, in the right climate, it can be placed outdoors all year round, becoming a deciduous bonsai that sprouts with the arrival of spring.
Location: Indoors, near a source of natural light and away from heat or cold currents. In areas with a Mediterranean climate, it could be placed outdoors all year round, protected from frost and the intense sun.
Watering: Abundant in summer and moderate in spring.
Curiosities: Elm wood is very strong when submerged, so it is used for the manufacture of ships, bridges, dams and carpentry in general.
Dimensions in centimetres approx. (width x depth x height): 27 x 27 x 39.5 cm.
Note: The shape and measurements of the bonsais are approximate. The pot is included on the dimensions. The colour and shape of the pot may vary from that of the photo. A bonsai is a living being, so the vegetative state of the plant changes according to the season. The images that appear are non-binding illustrative pictures.
Data sheet
- Genus
- Zelkova
- Habitat
- Outdoor
- Leaf type
- deciduous
- Bonsai pot dimensions (approx.)
- From 16 to 22 cm
- Level of care
- Medium
Family
Ulmaceae
Fertilisation
From spring to autumn. Spring to autumn. With Hiryo Gold organo-mineral fertiliser or a fast-acting fertiliser such as Nutribonsai.
Transplant
Every 2 years at the beginning of spring blossom. Afterwards, it is recommended to water with Mistral Bonsai's Vitabonsai invigorator to speed up the tree's recovery.
Soil
Mistral Bonsai TERRABONSAI. Special soil for bonsai, that will satisfy its needs of water and nutrients, stimulating the development of roots and its vigour in general. Other substrates can also be used, such as a mixture of 70% Akadama + 30% Kiryuzuna, which promotes growth, although it will require more frequent watering.
Pruning
In early Spring.
Pinching
Should be done during its growing period. Throughout the growing season. When the new shoot has 6 or 8 leaves, cut off leaving 2.
Wiring
In spring and summer.
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