One-Of-A-Kind English Ivy
English ivy (Hedera helix) is an evergreen climbing plant native to most of Europe.
- Foliage: Ivy has alternate 3-5 lobed leaves, which can vary in color and pattern depending on the variety.
- Growth stages: Ivy exhibits two distinct growth stages - juvenile (climbing) and adult. For bonsai, it's important to maintain the juvenile stage with lobed leaves by pinching out adult foliage.
- Suitability: The main challenge for ivy bonsai is leaf size. Careful variety selection and bonsai techniques can help manage this to some degree.
Cultivation and Care
- Placement: Ivy bonsai prefer partial shade and can be grown both indoors and outdoors.
- Watering: Regular watering is essential, especially during summer. The soil should not be allowed to dry out completely.
- Fertilizing: Use a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season, but avoid overfeeding to prevent overgrown leaves.
- Pruning: Frequent pruning is crucial. Pinch out new shoots and trim old foliage throughout the growing season to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
- Wiring: Ivy can be wired year-round to achieve desired shapes, such as cascade or informal upright styles.
- Repotting: Repot in spring when necessary, using a well-draining soil mix.
Tree Features:
- The tree measures: 3.5" tall, from the soil to top of tree
- Spread: 8.5"
- Ceramic Pot: 4" Ceramic Pot
- Pictures taken July 16, 2024
- Ships From our Massachusetts Nursery
IMPORTANT: Chinese Elms will shed a lot of leaves during the shipping process. This is normal. Within a few weeks, you will see new growth. We know that's disappointing, but unless you are close to a bonsai nursery, this is your only option. We just want to let you know in advance.
*** This is an expensive Bonsai. We've likely been watering, fertilizing, pruning, and weeding this tree for a long time. Once this tree leaves our facility, watering, fertilizing, etc is beyond our control. If you buy this bonsai, we assume you're a responsible person and that you know what you are purchasing. THEREFORE - The Buyer acknowledges and agrees that Bonsai Outlet makes no warranties once the Product leaves our nursery. All One-Of-A-Kind Trees are listed AND sold “as is”. Sales are considered final. No refunds or exchanges will be offered in any instance. Bonsai Outlet assumes no responsibility for the health and welfare of the products after they leave our nursery. Please ask care questions prior to buying, if you are unsure.
