Cotoneaster Bonsai Tree
How To Care For A Cotoneaster Bonsai Tree
The Cotoneaster is a very popular bonsai due to the fact that it is so hardy and easy to care for, plus, of course, it looks great. This genus consists of more than 200 different plants and includes deciduous, semi-evergreen and ever-green shrubs. The best varieties for bonsai growers are C. horizontalis, C. Microphyllus. and C. Compacta Nana plus others.
Lighting and Temperature
These plants are sun-worshipers so give them full sunlight, although this does vary from variety to variety, so check to make sure. Whilst some varieties can be kept indoors, Cotoneaster bonsais are generally considered outdoor bonsais. In the winter make sure you protect you Cotoneaster from the frost.
Watering and Humidity
Water during the summer and less in the winter but making sure that the soil doesn’t dry out. Keep you Cotoneaster moist with some light misting.
Soil Feeding
You should feed this bonsai during the growing season however it is important that you avoid doing so when the Cotoneaster is flowering or fruiting. Use either a diluted fertilizer or fertilizer specially for bonsais.
Re-potting
Every year at spring time you should re-pot you bonsai, using a basic bonsai soil mix.
Cotoneasters are excellent plants, especially for beginners. It is one of the easiest to care for and can withstand many conditions. You can also very easily take cuttings from established plants so it won’t be too long before you have a garden full of Cotoneaster bonsai shrubs.
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