Bonsai trees

The Jade bonsai



Published: 02/27/2007

Latin name


Crassula ovata syn. Crasssula arborescens

Common name


Jade tree

Description


This tree's origin is the South Africa region. It can be up to 3 metres tall in nature. Has rough twigs and leafs. If kept on very bright places, leafs have red border. During the winter and early spring periods, leafs may become rose coloured.

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Type


indoor bonsai

Maintenance


Light: You should put this bonsai at a shiny place with direct sunlight.

Temperature and exposure


Avoid temperatures lower than 10° C.

Pruning and forming


Cut twigs and sprouts if they grow more than desired especially during Spring. Cut larger limbs throughout the entire year. In order to form the Jade tree properly, don't let twigs grow at the lowest levels.

Soil and replanting


Sandy and good pervious soil. Replant the tree every two years throughout the Spring.

Watering and fertilization


The Jade tree doesn't require any heavy watering, so that do water it wisely. Watering during Winter should be done once per 3-4 weeks. Fertilization is necessary only once per month.

Reproduction


By cutting at any time. Twigs or leafsgive roots in sandy soil easily.

Styles


The Informal Upright style, The Double-Base style, The Multi-Base style, The Barge style. This bonsai looks the best if reaches medium sizes at least.

Pictures


This is a place for pictures of real Ficus bonsai trees. If you have any, send us them and they will be published with your copyright and link to your site if necessary.


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