Firethorn / Pyracantha Angustifolia
Pyracantha. Most varieties originate from China but some from other tropical region like the Philippines. Glossy ,evergreen leaves with thorns. Beautiful sprays of frothy white flowers in spring are followed by bright red/ orange berries in autumn. So there is always something spectacular going on with this tree, throughout the year. Needs to be kept moist at all times, particularly when the berries are ripening. Should be outdoors in spring to allow the insects to pollinate the flowers, and likes some sunshine in the summer outdoors, to ripen the berries. Keep indoors in winter between 5 and 22 degrees C.in a cool, bright, sunny position.
Crap Apple. Malus Halliana.
Charming, hardy, deciduous tree. Beautiful white and pink blossoms in spring , developing to tiny green apples which turn red in Autumn. Sunny position, takes very cold winters, but some frost protection for those in shallow containers. Give plenty of water especially when the plant is fruiting.
Japanese Mountain Maple Acer Katsura / Acer Deshojho
Japanese White Pine. Pinus Parviflora.
Chinese Juniper. Juniperus Sergentii.
This hardy evergreen shrub has been grow as bonsai in Japan and China for hundreds of years. It is easy to wire and shape and lends itself to all bonsai styles. It is slow growing with a low compact shape and reddish, shaggy trunk. Most of the very ancient bonsai trees seen in Japan, are of this species. This specimens can be seen growing around carved and bleached dead wood, to create a magnificent, aged and rugged look.Foliage pads can be easily trailed to develop gentle curves and a cloud-like silhouette.
Check out our 'outdoor bonsai care' page for further details.
Check out our 'outdoor bonsai care' page for further details.
European Olive / Olea Europa
Tiny, glossy leafed evergreen with thick chunky, gnarled trunk. Flowers and fruit develop over time. Attractive easy to care for bonsai. Protect from frost in winter when outdoors. Take in to cool room or greenhouse if temperatures drop below 3 degrees. Likes a sunny position outdoors. Re pot in gritty well drained compost. Do not over water in winter. Check out the outdoor bonsai care for further details.
Pomegranate / Japanese Larch/ Dawn Redwood
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