The Chinese juniper bonsai tree has cord-like foliage and reddish bark and is probably the single most sought-after evergreen tree for bonsai enthusiasts. It is easy to look after and very hardy. There are a huge variety of species under the name Juniperus, ranging from trees to shrubs and with scale-like foliage or needle-like.

This gorgeous juniper bonsai tree is standing at approximately 77cm tall in a brown unglazed ceramic oriental pot with a width of 50cm and depth of 40cm. It features an impressive trunk that is shaped in the informal upright style, with perfectly balanced branches whose foliage add to the elegant silhouette of this tree.

Approximate dimensions:

Height: 36cm
Depth: 23cm
Width: 33cm

Placement:

Choose an outdoor location that receives full sunlight. Junipers are very hardy but should not be kept indoors and need to be protected from temperatures below -10 °C.

Watering and feeding:

They must be watered generously as soon as the top inch of soil gets dry. Do not let the soil dry out fully and avoid constant wetness. See our watering guide.
Only feed periodically during the growing season (March-Oct).

Pruning and wiring:

Throughout the growing season, you can trim or pinch back long shoots that stick out from the shape of the tree. Note that the growing tips of juniper foliage are located at the tops of stems so it is imperative to avoid trimming the tree like a hedge as this will weaken the tree significantly and lead to browning needles. 
The juniper can withstand aggressive bending of the branches but be careful to protect the bark with raffia or tape to avoid scarring and wounds.
The inner parts of the foliage pads can die due to a lack of light and air. Mitigate this by thinning them as well as manipulating them to fan out using wire.

Repotting:

Repot in early spring with a well-draining bonsai soil mix.

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Please Note: measurements given are approximate. Depending on the season, the appearance of the tree may vary. The tree that you receive may differ in size and shape to the photo if it has grown or been pruned since