Scottish Bonsai Association A to Z of Bonsai Terms

Bonsai Care For Elm - Japanese (Zelkova Serrata) (Tree Type (Outdoors)) Elm - Japanese (Zelkova Serrata) - (Tree Type (Outdoors))    ELM - JAPANESE (ZELKOVA SERRATA) - Strong growing DECIDUOUSTREE>DECIDUOUS TREE with long erect branches growing from a short straight trunk. In winter the ELONGATED, serrated edged, LEAVES turn from deep green to crimson/bronze, orange/yellow. STYLE : Suitable for all styles but especially suited to broom and group styles (especially if trunks are not straight enough for broom). WARNING : Keep the structure light and airy as congestion of fine twigs can cause dieback - soMEtimes of whole branch. Care Info ELM - JAPANESE (ZELKOVA SERRATA) - REPOT : Annually in early spring until 10 years old and then as required. SOIL : Free draining basaic mix : 40:60 GRIT:organic. PRUNE : Remove unwanted branches in early spring. PINCH : Trim to 2 LEAVES per shoot during growing season. WATER : Water DAI>DAIly during growing season - more if hot - sparingly in winter to keep moist. FEED : Weekly BALANCED FEED during first month after BUD>BUD burst then every two weeks until late sumMEr. WARNING : Keep the structure light and airy as congestion of fine twigs can cause dieback - sometimes of whole branch. Thanks to - Wattston Bonsai for use of the image Go To Bonsai A to Z

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