Bonsai Pictures

30 November 2008

Green Mound Juniper



Green Mound Juniper








Japanese Dwarf Garden Juniper
the "Karate Kid" tree
Juniperus procumbens nana





This outdoor bonsai is strongly indentified with the art of bonsai.



Mounds on itself with age, a mature mass planting reminds one of a choppy sea. The tree develops a slight purple cast or "bronzing" in winter. The natural movement of the Green Mound's trunk and branches captures the essence of bonsai.

Keep Outdoors in a sunny location.
WILL TOLERATE FREEZING, but PROTECT FROM STRONG WINDS & SEVERE COLD.
Spray water daily through the foliage.
Water when the soil moderately dries, but do not let the soil dry out.
Fertilize at one-third strength during the growing season.
Finger-pinch the new growth to maintain the size & shape
A great plant for beginners.


 

2 comments:

  1. I inherit a mound juniper bonsai and it has grey leaves. Is there ay hope? I spray it daily and have it in a sheltered place now.

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  2. Sounds like spider mite damage.

    http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/2000/2012.html

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