Sakura bonsai tree

Sakura bonsai tree Care

Prunus serrulata

What is the plant

The Sakura bonsai tree is an extraordinarily beautiful plant famous for its spectacular blossoms. This decorative greenie is identified as an element of refined Zen culture.

The Sakura bonsai tree, also known as Prunus serrulata, is valued for its unusual flowers, which reach 0.4 inches (1 cm) in diameter. The natural color of its petals is bright pink, but breeders are constantly deducing more and more new colors, including purple, red, green, and many others. The flowering period of this tree, which covers the end of February and March, is relatively short. Although the entire east Asian region is considered the birthplace of bonsai, the Sakura bonsai tree signifies an essential thing in Japanese culture, such as accepting destiny and karma.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Hard

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
In summer, the Sakura bonsai tree needs half a glass of water a day; otherwise, it can quickly die from drought. It should be watered less often during cold periods.
Pruning
To maintain the proper miniature look of your tree, you need to constantly remove the vertical shoots that knock out of the cloud shape.
Fertilizer
The Sakura bonsai tree requires regular but limited feeding since it is planted in small flowerpots. The best option is to use organic fertilizer balls that stimulate flowering. You can also apply an organic compost mixed with clay and sand to saturate the soil with organic matter.

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Sunlight
The lighting is essential for this green pet. Please keep it in the house's brightest place. You can choose a south-facing window!
Soil
These eye-catching indoor trees are like soil enriched with nitrogen and potassium. It is better to change the potting mix annually and cut the roots!
Propagation
Growing this tree indoors can be a challenge! Nevertheless, if you are fascinated by the flowering of this green beauty, you can propagate it by seeds, cutting, and air layers.

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Temperature
The best temperature is between 32-64˚F (0-18°C). If you keep your green friend outside, protecting this plant from strong winds is recommended!
Container
Do you want to identify a suitable pot to keep your green pet small? Choose a flat container up to 9 inches (20 cm) in diameter to prevent the root system from growing!
Fun fact
You can give any desired shape to a young plant. You only need to point the barrel in the right direction with a soft wire!