Japanese Holly Tree Shaped 15cm Pot

Introduction Japanese Holly offers compact foliage and year-round greenery in a naturally well-proportioned bonsai. Its shaped outline offers a form to maintain and refine over time. It is supplied in an approximately 15cm pot. About this bonsai Its small leaves and fine branching suit gradual canopy development. Gentle, regular trimming helps maintain the outline without relying on dramatic pruning sessions. Tree details Common name: Japanese Holly Botanical name: Ilex crenata Style: Shaped Pot: Approximately 15cm external width; glazed ceramic bonsai pot Position: Outdoors Foliage: Evergreen Experience: Beginner to intermediate Position & light Keep outdoors in sun or partial shade, with good airflow and shelter from harsh drying winds. Provide some protection from intense heat where a small pot dries very quickly. Watering Check the soil regularly, particularly in warm or windy weather. Water thoroughly as the surface begins to dry, then allow excess to drain freely. Avoid drying the whole root ball or prolonged waterlogging. Feeding & pruning Feed during the growing season using suitable bonsai fertiliser. Trim new shoots as needed and assess repotting in spring, taking account of root growth and drainage. Winter care Keep outdoors with protection for the pot and roots during prolonged severe frost. A sheltered, unheated setting is preferable to a centrally heated room. What you'll receive One Japanese Holly bonsai in the pot described above. A drip tray is not included unless specifically included in a purchased option. Photographs are representative; trunks, branches, foliage and overall shape vary naturally between trees. Care guide Read the japanese holly care guide Find your species: bonsai care guides A–Z