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Originating from Japan, the dwarf juniper bonsai tree (Juniper
Procumbens Nana also known as "Karate Kid") is typically the
tree that springs to mind when people think of bonsai trees. In
Japan, this plant is grown outdoors in direct sunlight, however due
to changing season in other countries, this tree is now grown
indoors.
Lighting and Temperature
If like most people, you plan on growing a dwarf juniper indoors,
make sure that it has at least two hours of direct sunlight a day.
Also to avoid the plant drying out, do not place it under air
conditioning as this could kill it. The roots will also need
protected from heat and cold.
Watering
It is very important not to over water this plant, watering should
be done in small doses. Keep a watchful eye over the soil every day
to make sure that the soil hasn't dried out. If you do keep this
bonsai outdoors, then watering is only required every couple of
days.
Soil Feeding
With
bonsai trees you need to be patient in terms of growth. Do not use
fertilizers to speed the process up. You will need to feed your
bonsai but only when needed and in moderate amounts.
Pruning and
Sculpting
You need to remove most of the plant's new growth during the spring
and perhaps the fall. Remember to do this with an artistic eye.
Every other year you will also need to remove the plant from it's
pot and trim the roots. Do not remove more than 30% of the
roots in one year.
In Winter
As long as the juniper bonsai has direct sunlight for energy, they
can easily withstand freezing temperatures. In fact, the cold can
positively help the plant complete it's growth cycle.
Starter Kits
For those of you who have never bought a
bonsai tree then buying a kit is ideal as you don't have the
confusion of what you need to buy. It contains a 3 year old
plant, ceramic pot, soil, wire and more...
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