Description
Bring tranquillity to your home or garden with the Japanese Zelkova Bonsai—a timeless addition for bonsai enthusiasts.
Description: Bonsai Zelkova, or Japanese Zelkova, is a graceful bonsai tree with fine, serrated leaves and a stunning natural form. This deciduous bonsai is prized for its delicate branching and smooth grey bark, making it a perfect centrepiece for bonsai enthusiasts. This bonsai tree is moderately rare, favoured for its resilience and attractive bark, though it’s more common compared to very rare bonsai species.
Full Botanical Name: Zelkova serrata
Common Names: Japanese Zelkova, Keaki Bonsai, Japanese Grey-Bark Elm
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Japan, Korea, and China.
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Prefers moist, well-drained soils in its natural woodland habitat, often growing in full sun or partial shade.
Care Information:
Light: Requires full sun to partial shade. Bright light is crucial for strong growth and the development of fine branches.
Ideal Room: Well-suited for sunrooms, conservatories, or bright rooms with indirect sunlight.
Feeding: Feed every 4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced bonsai fertilizer. Stop feeding in the winter.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist regularly if kept indoors.
Ideal Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 60°F to 80°F (15°C to 27°C). Protect from frost.
Watering: Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic to pets and children.
Soil Type: Well-draining bonsai soil mix with organic matter.
Propagation: Propagated by seeds, cuttings, or grafting.
Eventual Height and Spread: Typically kept under 24 inches tall as a bonsai.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast; growth can be controlled with pruning.
Pests and Treatment: Prone to aphids, scale, and spider mites; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years in early spring, before new growth begins.
Pruning: Regular pruning is necessary to develop fine branches and maintain shape. Remove dead or crossing branches.
Folk Law: Associated with strength, endurance, and protection; the Japanese Zelkova is often planted in sacred and traditional areas.
Air Purification: Not specifically known for air-purifying abilities, but bonsai trees contribute to a healthier indoor environment.
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