Can the cypress also be grown in a bucket or as a bonsai?
Cypress trees are very suitable for keeping in the bucket. This even has the advantage that you can grow a cypress even in inhospitable areas. You can then better protect them from severe frost.
also read
- Water cypress trees regularly
- Fertilize cypress trees properly
- Cypress trees are poisonous to humans and cats
As bonsai are mainly smaller ones Cypress species suitable. The trees are easy to cut and can even be cut into shape.
Which location is suitable?
Of the Location should be sunny and warm, partially shaded places are also possible. The cypress only does not thrive in the shade. Since cypresses are only partially hardy, choose a place that is not too airy and unprotected. Places in front of walls are well suited.
Which substrate does the cypress prefer?
The soil should be slightly acidic. A pH of 5 - 6 is ideal. In addition, the earth must
- rich in humus
- permeable to water
- moisture retentive
be. Mix before planting Horn shavings,(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) Compost and Epsom salts under the earth.
When is the best time to plant?
Basically, you can plant cypresses as long as the soil is frost-free. Spring and autumn are particularly favorable. Make sure you water the trees well.
What is the planting distance?
If you plant a cypress as a single tree, you should keep a minimum distance of one to two meters to neighboring properties. Inquire with the municipality which regulations apply to you.
Plant cypresses as a hedge file Plant spacing from about 30 to 50 centimeters. Depending on how quickly the hedge should become dense, calculate two or three plants per meter of hedge.
How is the cypress properly planted?
- Water cypress overnight
- Dig the planting hole
- Insert a drainage layer
- Earth with Horn shavings(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) to enhance
- Do not insert the cypress too deeply
- Fill in the soil and press on
- water well
The planting hole should be twice as deep and wide as the root ball.
Can a cypress be transplanted?
You can still find young cypress trees transplant. This is difficult with older trees as you can no longer get the roots out of the ground without damaging them.
How are cypress trees propagated?
The easiest way to propagate it is to use cuttings. For this purpose, cuttings are cut before winter and put in soil.
Growing from seeds is also possible. However, the cones take a long time to produce mature seeds.
Tips
Cypress trees are though Shallow root, but over time the roots form a very strong network of roots. You should therefore keep a sufficient distance from sidewalks or foundations of garages and other buildings.
