Spiraea/ Spiraea Bonsai
Spiraea japonica is a clump forming, deciduous shrub with erect shoots, native to China and Japan.
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These species must be kept outside so that they experience both the heat of summer, and importantly, the cold in Winter.
Spiraea japonica is a clump forming, deciduous shrub with erect shoots, native to China and Japan.
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Sageretia are tender shrubs native to Asia and warmer areas of North America.
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Nandina is grown for its elegant structure and leaf colour.
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Many Salix species are very vigorous growers and are extremely tolerant of neglect. There are many Salix species suitable for bonsai.
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With the correct techniques, Mugos are easy to cultivate and style.
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Forsythia are best known for their buttercup yellow flowers that form on bare branches in Spring. Flower buds emerge at the side of the leaves; it also produces new shoots in areas where there have been flowers.
Olives are surprisingly frost-hardy to lower than -5C. However, they suffer badly if allowed to sit outside in cold, wet conditions and should be protected from excessive rain from October through to April.
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Many species of Ligustrum are used for hedging and this can provide an excellent source of material for bonsai. Ligustrum make good material for beginners as they are very forgiving and virtually indestructible.
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One characteristic of Spruce that is important to note is that they are a thirsty genus/species and require much cooler, more humid conditions than Pines. Although they do require plenty of light, try to avoid exposing them to direct sun during the afternoon in the Summer.
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All species of Parthenocissus are suitable for use as bonsai, having strong early autumn leaf colour and great vigour.
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