Ilex Bonsai

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The Japanese Ilex bonsai is known for its oval shaped, dark green leaves and compact growth. This bonsai prefers to be outdoors, but needs to be protected from freezing temperatures during winter. 

Height: approximately 25-30 cm.

This is an outdoor bonsai. 

Bonsai care: 

Sunlight: Bright Indirect sunlight, and preferably more than 6 hours of sunlight. Avoid sunlight that is too bright (tips: if you have a window facing the south with bright & direct sunlight, place the plant a little away from the window, or use a transparent curtain to partially block the light).

Water: water frequently (especially in the summer) and not let the soil be dried out. Around 2 times a week, but can be more or less frequent depending on humidity levels and amount of light received. Watering the plant less frequently in the winter.

The best practice is to use your finger to feel the soil, it should not be overly soggy or overly dry. It should be slightly moist with the top layer of soil only a bit dry.

Fertilizer: add a bit of bonsai plant food during growing seasons every few weeks will be appreciated by your bonsai. No plant food is necessary in the winter.