Description: (Sunset Zone 3-21,28-35,37,39, USDA Zone 5-8). Very popular tree for bonsai use and is seen on many bonsai calendars as a broom style. Bark turns beautiful light grey with age. It is easy to grow.
Basic Care: Grows best in full sun to light shade. Never allow root ball to dry out completely. Protect tree from winter freezes. Pruning is typically done in spring and summer. Directional prune, pinch, and wire to train.
Feeding: Fertilize just before and during growing season until autumn. Many brands of fertilizer are available and it is beneficial to use a variety of these. Follow all package instructions.
Repotting: Repotting is best done in early spring and usually after two to three years of being in the same pot. Correct root pruning is very important and cannot be addressed in a line or two. Please refer to your favorite bonsai book or local bonsai experts.
