How do I have to cut the silver areas?
In order for your sil area to become a beautiful bonsai, you should prune it regularly, about every six to eight weeks. Shorten all branches and twigs so that the plant looks harmonious and give it the shape you want. Before doing this, remove all diseased and / or weak shoots.
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Can I wire the silver areas?
Of course, you can also shape your silver areas with wire. The ideal time to wire is in autumn and winter. Do not wrap the wire too tightly, but also not too loosely. As soon as the twigs begin to grow thick (around May), remove the wires, otherwise they will leave ugly marks in the bark.
How should I take care of my silver areas?
Water the silver areas regularly so that the soil does not dry out, it should always be slightly moist. Repot your silver areas about every two years. You cut the roots right away. This stimulates them to branch and your plant is permanently supplied with nutrients and kept healthy. The root cut also keeps the plant in visual balance.
How do I overwinter my silver areas?
As an evergreen plant, the silver area needs sufficient water, lots of light and a minimum of care even in winter. No fertilizer or pruning is required at this time. Keep the temperature in the winter quarters evenly at around 18 ° C to 20 ° C. Under no circumstances should it drop below 10 ° C.
The essentials in brief:
- evergreen subtropical tree
- Select a young plant as a bonsai
- suitable as an outdoor bonsai in summer
- fresh air, wind and rain promote plant health
- ideal temperature: approx. 18 ° C
- average water requirement
- fertilize from spring to autumn
- prune regularly every 6 to 8 weeks
- wire in autumn or winter
Tips
Put your silver areas on the balcony or in the garden in summer. Wind and weather keep your bonsai robust and healthy.
