Cotoneaster microphylla. Bonsai 12 years. Small-leaved cotoneaster or rockspray cotoneaster.
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Cotoneaster microphylla. Bonsai 12 years. Small-leaved cotoneaster or rockspray cotoneaster. These are typical Mediterranean trees, they live better outside because they need both the sun and the cold to produce fruit. Outdoor bonsai distinguished by its white or pink flowers and small fruits.
Leaf type: evergreen
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Cotoneaster microphylla. Bonsai 12 years. Small-leaved cotoneaster or rockspray cotoneaster. These are typical Mediterranean trees, they live better outside because they need both the sun and the cold to produce fruit. Outdoor bonsai distinguished by its white or pink flowers and small fruits.
Location: In zones of Mediterranean climate it can be placed in the exterior during the whole year. In colder zones it’s convenient to protect it against frost.
Watering: Abundant in summer and in moderation in winter.
Curiosities: The cotoneaster, with its more than 100 species and numerous varieties, is used in gardening due to its good response to pruning, its hardiness and its exuberance of flowers and fruits of various colors.
Dimensions in centimetres approx. (width x depth x height): 30 x 29 x 37
Note: The shape and measurements of the bonsais are approximate. The pot is included on the dimensions. The colour and shape of the pot may vary from that of the photo. A bonsai is a living being, so the vegetative state of the plant changes according to the season. The images that appear are non-binding illustrative pictures.
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Data sheet
- Genus
- Cotoneaster
- Habitat
- Outdoor
- Leaf type
- evergreen
- Bonsai pot dimensions (approx.)
- From 16 to 22 cm
- Level of care
- High
- Makes flowers
- Yes
Family
RosaceaeFertilising
Spring to autumn. With Hiryo Gold organo mineral fertiliser or a fast-acting fertiliser such as Nutribonsai. Not during flowering.Transplanting
Every two years, at the beginning of spring. Afterwards, it is recommended to water with Mistral Bonsai's Vitabonsai invigorator to speed up the tree's recovery.Substrate
Terrabonsai. Special soil for bonsai, that will satisfy its needs of water and nutrients, stimulating the development of roots and its vigour in general. Other substrates can also be used, such as a mixture of 60% Kiryuzuna + 40% Akadama, which promotes growth, although it will require more frequent watering.Pruning
At the beginning of spring flowering.Pinning
Cutting at 2 leaves, when the shoot has 6 to 8 leaves.Wiring
It can be done all year round.Top sellers
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Cotoneaster microphylla. Bonsai 12 years. Small-leaved cotoneaster or rockspray cotoneaster. These are typical Mediterranean trees, they live better outside because they need both the sun and the cold to produce fruit. Outdoor bonsai distinguished by its white or pink flowers and small fruits.
Leaf type: evergreen