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| Ulmus 'Chinese Elm' (Bonsai Starter) 8" Pot remove | Olea 'Kalamata' Olive (Espaliered) 16" Pot remove | Acer 'Ever Red' Japanese Maple remove | Acer 'Germaine's Gyration' Japanese Maple 90L remove | Acacia 'Winter Flame' 13" Pot remove | |||||||||
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| Name | Ulmus 'Chinese Elm' (Bonsai Starter) 8" Pot remove | Olea 'Kalamata' Olive (Espaliered) 16" Pot remove | Acer 'Ever Red' Japanese Maple remove | Acer 'Germaine's Gyration' Japanese Maple 90L remove | Acacia 'Winter Flame' 13" Pot remove | ||||||||
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| Price | $89.99 | $499.99 | Price range: $99.99 through $9,999.99 | $999.99 | $159.99 | ||||||||
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| Description | Ulmus parvifoliaThe bark of the Chinese Elm is a real stand out feature, as the tree sheds it in patches, creating the effect of a tapestry of varying browns and greys. Foliage is lush, shiny and green, and the tree is semi deciduous, turning golden in autumn, and keeping its leaves in warmer areas. It has also been noted by many Aussie gardeners in recent years that native birds enjoy the fruit of the Chinese Elm. 8''/20cm pot This is a Bonsai starter – create your own Bonsai (images are examples only) | Olea europaeaKalamata is a small sized tree that has thin, leather like foliage which is green with a silver underside. The olives are fantastic for cooking and snacking on. Kalamata is great when planted in bunches if room permits. It can also be potted or planted in small to medium gardens for interest and fruit. This evergreen likes hot weather with no humidity and well draining soil. 16''/40cm pot - Espalier (Weaved onto Lattice) | Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Ever Red'Ever Red is a vigorous weeping Maple with a more horizontal habit. In Spring the fine foliage is purple, with a silvery halo of silken hairs, creating a wonderful contrast. In Autumn the leaves turn bright red before falling. | Acer palmatum dissectum 'Germaine's Gyration'Germaine's Gyration is a maple with long, narrow lobes that are not as dissected as most. It is a fast-growing maple with mid-green foliage changing to reddish-orange in Autumn, the vigorous growth causes the shoots to twist and intertwine. Grows to a height of 6-8ft. Requires low maintenance. 90L Pot | Acacia cognata 'Winter Flame'Winter Flame is a dwarf native that grows to approximately 80cm in height and 1m in width. It bears vibrant green foliage, and produces eye catching orange tips. This native is extremely hardy and has very low water requirements once established. Winter Flame is best placed in a position of full sun to partial shade. It is frost and dry tolerant and thrives in well drained soils. This compact plant is a valuable addition to any garden. 13"/33cm pot size. | ||||||||
| Content | How to create your own bonsai tree To transform the plant into a bonsai you need a shallow bonsai pot, a free-draining potting mix, scissors or sharp secateurs, wire to secure the plant in the container, and a small piece of mesh to cover the drainage hole to prevent loss of potting mix. Brush/Hose off the potting mix from the selected plant to reveal the base of the stem and the root structure. Trim the roots to fit into the new container. Sit the plant in place, adjusting its position so it is appealing and suits the shape of the container. Revealing the base of the trunk and the top of the root system by planting the specimen higher than it was growing originally may add to the aged look of the plant. Secure the root ball in place by inserting wire through the base of the container and through the root system. Twist the wire so the plant is firm and secure. Top up the potting mix, firming it around the root system to remove air pockets. Use secateurs or sharp scissors to prune and shape the plant to accentuate its branch shape and imperfections. Some bonsai gardeners use wire to twist or manipulate the trunk and branches into new shapes and positions. Roots may also be trained over rocks. The trunk or branches may be deliberately wounded to give a plant an aged, gnarled appearance. To finish off, cover the surface of the potting mix with gravel, moss or artfully arranged stones and water well. As the plant grows, it will need regular pruning and from time to time will require root pruning and repotting. | ||||||||||||
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