Bonsai Buxus Harlandii
There are more than 70 boxwood species but the european common boxwood buxus sempervirens and the chinese boxwood buxus harlandii are the ones most often styled as bonsai.
Bonsai buxus harlandii. It is not hardy however and must be taken indoors when temperatures fall below 40f. 5 8 current stock. If in doubt provide winter protection. Buxus harlandii or harland box is an evergreen in a family of over 70 boxwood species.
Description mature buxus harlandii have some drought tolerance and better pest resistance than most boxwoods however has limited cold tolerance. In northern areas it should be planted in a location protected from strong winds. It is especially known for the impressive deep crevices in the bark which add to its appearance of age. But despite growing very quickly the leaves and stems do not thicken fast.
Humidity tray 8 7 50 8 pruning shears 17 00. This species grows best in tropical and subtropical climates. Buxus harlandii bonsai tree displayed in a lovely ceramic pot and approximately 18 20cm tall. Buxus harlandii bonsai tree.
All plant parts are poisonous. The flowers are greenish yellow and attract bees. In nature the boxwood often grows with twisted trunks and branches. Buxus harlandii it s still green robust slow growing shrub with very rich leathery and glossy leaves.
Many different buxus varieties have been used to create bonsai over the years. It does inconspicuous green flowers and interesting light cream rough distinctive bark. Boxwood bonsai trees grow fast and may need to be pruned every now and then to create different styles. Some bonsai enthusiasts may use older trees to start their bonsai.
Winter winds can remove moisture from the leaves resulting in dehydration and bronzing. Boxwood hedges on the other hand offer good material to be used as bonsai trees. Your bonsai tree has been grown in a state of the art greenhouse under precisely controlled conditions to achieve optimum health. Native to southern china and are not hardy in temperate climates.
Microphylla is also a good choice for bonsai but buxus harlandii is best because of its small leaves attractive fissured cork like bark and relative tolerant of warm indoors conditions.