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A bonsai Carmona requires a lot of care and attention and is not recommended for inexperienced bonsai enthusiasts. Carmona microphylla or Fukien Tea is an evergreen tree that is endemic to southeast China. Its green leaves are small, shiny, has a lot of tiny hairs and would typically have a compact appearance. A young bonsai Carmona’s bark is typically light brown. As it reaches maturity, its bark would crack and show signs of wear. In early summer, this bonsai plant would produce small but attractive flowers, which in time will transform into tiny black berries.
A bonsai Carmona would not do well in temperature regions and for this reason should be grown and kept indoors. On the other hand, this bonsai requires ample direct sunlight and should be daily placed outdoors for sun exposure for at least an hour. It is best to leave a bonsai Carmona outside during the morning or late afternoon when the rays of the sun are most mild. The ideal growing temperature range for the Fukien Tea is from 59 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Anything under or over this range would cause a bonsai Carmona to become frail and ill. During summer when outside temperatures can go through the roof, when taking a bonsai Carmona back indoors after exposing them to the sun, place it first on the patio or deck before bringing them inside to avoid shocking the tree. A bonsai Carmona also requires humidity, and so if your location does not have enough of this, it is recommended that you use a humidity tray. Feeding is done every other week from spring to fall. In winter you can reduce the frequency to once a month. Pruning is recommended with a bonsai Carmona since it is known to have dense foliage. It is possible for you to prune the tree without the use of a wiring technique and still achieve your desired shape.
One good thing about the bonsai Carmona is it is not prone to insect infestation and diseases. However, be careful not to overwater the soil, since this can turn the leaves of the Fukien Tea tree into yellow. Most trees that come from China are planted in clay, which can make repotting challenging. To prevent unwanted stress, which can cause the tree to wilt or even die, gradually replace the soil with clay when repotting. Also, repotting should be done at least once every two years.
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