Description
Bonsai is closely resembling circumstances in nature. These styles are open to personal interpretation and creativity of nature.
In nature, the boxwood often grows with twisted trunks and branches. The flowers are greenish-yellow and attract bees. Boxwoods are very robust and can grow even on barren ground, in full sun or shade.
As boxwoods tolerate constant trimming very well and can bud from old wood, they are very well suited for bonsai. The common boxwood tolerates frost but trees planted in containers should be protected from very low temperatures in winter.
The Chinese boxwood has smaller and narrower leaves and a furrowed bark. It is not frost hardy and therefore it should be kept in a cool room with sufficient light in winter.
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.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 6 inch (15 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 8 inch (20 cm) |
| Common Name | Box Bonsai, Boxwood Bonsai |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and Care:
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Sunlight
The common boxwood should be positioned outside in a sunny or semi-shaded place.
Soil
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| Sunlight | 2 to 4 hour of direct sunlight |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained and coarse potting soil |
| Temperature | 25 to 35 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Bonsai fertilizer |
Boxwood bonsai uses
- The plant is used for ornamental purposes.
- The evergreen long-lived plants have a long tradition as hedges and topiary.