Jade Bonsai

Description: 1 Fresh alive plant with pot. Plant Specifications Plant Height6 inch (15 cm)Plant Spread8 inch (20 cm) *above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10% Common NameElephant Bush, Portulacaria AfraDifficulty LevelEasy to grow What makes it special: A Bonsai tree is a replication of nature. Enhance the aesthetic appeal. A tree which is planted in a shallow container. Best for both indoor and outdoor. The jade tree plant is part of a plant classification known as succulents. The jade plant has thick, glossy, deep green, oval-shaped leaves and thick, brown stems.The Jade has a thick trunk and a fine branch structure with thick oval green succulent leaves. During autumn sometimes small white flowers appear, but only when the tree has experienced droughts in the season. The bark is green and soft when young, becoming red-brown when it ages.Idea location for this bonsai is the sunny window sill, terrace, balcony, patio, outdoor garden, etc. Planting and care Sunlight The bonsai should be positioned outside or near window in a sunny or semi-shaded place. Keep the plant indoor or outdoor with 3 to 5 hours of sunlight. Soil The soil should be well drained and fertile rich in oragnic content. Watering Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. Application of Fertilizer During the main growing season feed the organic fertilizer once a month. Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily. Re-potting Repot the bonsai every two in spring seaon. It tolerate root pruning well. Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition. For re-potting procedure click here Prunning: Trim the new shoots leaving one or two pairs of leaves. If the canopy becomes very dense the leaves should be thinned out in order to let light get in, prevent the inner twigs from dying and encourage back-budding. Plant Protection Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area. Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil for any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment. Donts Do not over-water the plant especially when the pot does not have drainage holes. Jade Bonsai care Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location: Keep the plant in Natural indirect /Artificial bright Light. Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it. Key requirements to keep plant healthy:Sunlight2 to 4 house of direct sunlightWateringMediumSoilWell-drained and coarse potting soilTemperature25 to 35 degree CFertilizerBonsai fertilizer Jade Bonsai special feature Realistic representation of nature in the miniature form. Jade Bonsai uses Ornamental Use: Bonsai is used to create naturally looking beautiful atmosphere with its own benefits of clean Air, good fragrance in a small space.