Carpinus betulus – Hornbeam – 50 cm
A Carpinus betulus bonsai measuring 41 cm in height (excluding the pot), with a trunk diameter of 2.5 cm and a nebari of 4 cm. The plant is grown in a rectangular plastic pot measuring 23x18xH9 cm.
A Carpinus betulus (hornbeam) bonsai, of the deciduous variety, is prized for its elegance and its bright green, serrated leaves. The foliage turns a colour ranging from golden yellow to brownish orange in autumn and is shed in winter, giving it a very decorative appearance. In spring, flowers may appear in the form of pendulous inflorescences known as catkins: the male catkins are longer and more showy, whilst the female ones are smaller and more discreet. Following flowering, small winged fruits develop in clusters; these are decorative but not particularly showy. It is grown in a dark brown-to-black rectangular plastic pot, which showcases the trunk and foliage whilst offering practicality, lightness and durability for optimal cultivation.
Grow bonsai outdoors all year round, taking care to place it in a sheltered spot during the colder months and in partial shade during the warmer months.
Always respect the dry and wet cycles: whenever the soil feels dry to the touch, water it thoroughly. Then wait for the soil to dry out before watering again in the same way.
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Fertilize from spring to fall, avoiding the hottest months of July/August. Use an organic, liquid, or solid fertilizer.
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Repot in March, when the buds begin to swell. Repot younger specimens every 2-3 years, allowing even longer for bonsai that are more than 10 years old.
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