Ginkgo biloba Bonsai in 20cm Ceramic Pot, Height 45cm

The Gingko tree can be grown outdoors in the ground to a height over 15m, but these trees are growing as bonsais, so with careful pruning and attention to their needs, they can stay a manageable size and bring beauty to your home! These trees are deciduous, and love being outdoors (bring inside if there is risk of frost). This Bonsai catches the eye with its gorgeous, pale green foliage whose tactile leaves split into two lobes; it is even more stunning in autumn, when its leaves turn a bright golden-yellow.  Care: Light: This Bonsai likes bright light. It will do best outdoors whilst there is no risk of frost, and otherwise will appreciate a sunny window. Water: Keep the soil moist: if keeping outside in summer, you’ll need to make sure you water in dry weather, and indoors be aware it will dry out quickly when it’s getting enough light! Keep soil lightly moist in winter, and be aware it will need less frequent watering in the cooler months. Humidity: Average household humidity is fine, just make sure it’s not too close to an operating radiator over winter. Repotting: Repot every year while the plant is young; mature trees can be repotted every two to five. Prune the roots to keep it small, but don’t prune heavily Food: Fertilise in the growing season; use a feed high in nitrogen in spring. Start feeding when the buds are about to open, which will help it produce leaves on longer shoots. Fertilise weekly until the leaves turn yellow in autumn. Temp: In winter, the Ginkgo will need a dormancy period, in which it should be at temperatures between 2-12°C; make sure it does not freeze. Ensure it’s warmer than this from spring onwards to encourage its growth period; be aware it will need more water in hotter weather. Supplied in a 20cm ceramic pot Price is per plant