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[IBC] shade-loving bonsai query
CB,
I would suggest Ficus microcarpa or Brassaia or Schefflera as low light tolerant plants. Good luck. Jerry Meislik Whitefish Montana USA Zone 4-5 http://www.bonsaihunk.8m.com/ hello folks does anyone know of an indoor bonsai that can cope in shadier conditions? thanks for your help best CB ************************************************** **************************** ** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Evergreen Gardenworks++++ ************************************************** **************************** ** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Evergreen Gardenworks++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
[IBC] shade-loving bonsai query
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From: "Iris Cohen" does anyone know of an indoor bonsai that can cope in shadier conditions? There may be a few species which can survive indoors in the shade, such as Ficus, but they will make very poor bonsai. The whole idea behind bonsai is to grow a tree with the smallest possible leaves, twiggy growth, & short internodes, which require the maximum amount of sun the plant will tolerate. I suggest you forget bonsai and stick to Aspidistra & Philodendron, unless you can set up a fluorescent light fixture indoors & find an outdoor location for the summer. Iris, Iris. I agree with you, but would like to point out that for mature or fully developed bonsai, there is an exception to your statement. Solita Rosade keeps ficus and jaboticaba indoors in relatively low light all winter. In summer, they go under the benches outdoors (to keep them accustomed to low light levels). But, these are trees that are no longer being grown as part of a design plan. They are simply maintained by the occasional "haircut". Of course, Soli could grow trees in a tunnel! Regards, Bart ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Evergreen Gardenworks++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
[IBC] shade-loving bonsai query
does anyone know of an indoor bonsai that can cope in shadier conditions?
Chris, As already mentioned, there are several species that will live inside year round: most of the ficus species, jade plant, scheffelera, and some others. These are tropical plants that can't tolerate cold temps, however, they will do better if you put them outside in the summer. Temperate species (most bonsai) require a dormant period in the winter and can't survive inside long term. As Iris has pointed out, if you just put a tropical species on a window sill and leave them inside all the time you won't get optimal growth. The tree will cope with low light by producing fewer, larger leaves with long gaps between the leaves. Tthis won't give you the proportions of a tree in miniature. It's quite easy to keep these species alive inside, just be aware you won't get a high quality bonsai. However, just putting them outside won't gaurantee a high quality specimen either. Adding artificial lights and a humidifier may help a bit, but still not as good as outside. If you live in an apartment or something it's tough but not impossible to get into bonsai. Give it a try, if you get bitten by the bonsai bug you can buy a yard (with a house attached) later. If not, you will have some houseplants. Don't be put off by negative comments, they're just little trees in pots. Good luck, John Carnes ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Evergreen Gardenworks++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
[IBC] shade-loving bonsai query
Chris,
Here's a link to a good article on growing bonsai indoors: http://www.evergreengardenworks.com/indoors.htm Cheers, John Carnes ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Evergreen Gardenworks++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
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