Description: (Sunset Zone A3,2b-6,15-17,33-34,36-41, USDA Zone 5). This Hinoki develops very interesting crooked growing branches. It also trunks up faster than many of the others. It looks better if kept out of hot afternoon sun.
Basic Care: Grows best in bright indirect light to part shade. Never allow root ball to dry out completely. Protect tree from direct hot summer sun and winter freezes. Pruning is typically done in spring and summer. When new growth reaches about one inch in length pinch back by half using thumb and fingers by giving a slight tug. Repeat as necessary until mid-September.
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.
