The Ficus Retusa, also known as Ficus Microcarpa Nitida, is one of the easiest trees to take care of. It is a native of Malaysia and other southeast Asian countries. It is a tropical and must be kept inside when the temp gets below 40 degrees. Failure to give protection from the cold will cause …
Thuja Occidentalis (Northern White Cedar / Arborvitae)
Thuja Occidentalis, or Northern White Cedar (Arborvitae), grown throughout Wisconsin, except the southwest portion. It grows usually in moist areas where it is often found in dense stands. However, farther north and in Canada it appears on well-drained slopes, usually in with hardwoods. The bark is thin, gray to reddish brown, separating in long, vertical, …
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Getting Ready for Winter
By: "Bonsai Bob" E, William A The topic may be wintering over your bonsai, but this is also a good time to check and remove wire from your trees. After a long growing period the wire may very well be cutting in to the tree. Also, this is the best time to rewire as the …