{"product_id":"bonsai-podocarpus-forma-s","title":"Bonsai Podocarpus (S shape)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Podocarpus bonsai, also known as the Buddhist pine, is a popular species due to its dense foliage and ability to adapt to shaping. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an excellent choice for both beginners and advanced bonsai enthusiasts due to its hardy nature and adaptability to a variety of conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare guide for Podocarpus Bonsai:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePodocarpus needs plenty of light but should be protected from direct sunlight during summer to prevent leaf burn. The ideal placement is in a spot that receives morning sunlight and is shaded during the day. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWatering: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWatering should be regular and adapted to environmental conditions. The soil should be slightly moist but not excessive. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings to avoid root rot. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Podocarpus bonsai appreciates high humidity, so it is beneficial to regularly mist the leaves, especially in warm months or if heating is on during winter. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUse a well-draining soil mix for bonsai. A balanced mix of bonsai soil, peat, and perlite or gravel can provide proper drainage and necessary support. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFertilize the Podocarpus bonsai once a month during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer. Do not fertilize during winter. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and shaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePruning is done to maintain the bonsai's shape and encourage the development of dense branching. You may need to frequently trim the growing tips to stimulate branching.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRepotting should be done every 2-3 years to prevent root overcrowding. It is best done at the end of winter or the beginning of spring. When repotting, carefully remove some of the old roots to stimulate new growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight with pot included approx. 30 cm\u003cbr\u003ePot diameter (length) approx. 12 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003enote: sold without saucer. The pot color may differ from the presentation photo.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49931489870150,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/F2428470-40FD-48C0-ACEF-7BA945AC9DF5.jpg?v=1718875521","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-fi\/products\/bonsai-podocarpus-forma-s","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}