Podocarpus Costalis Bonsai《金钻罗汉松》

🌿 Why Choose Podocarpus Costalis Bonsai?

• Beautiful, easy-to-maintain bonsai for indoor or shaded outdoor spaces
• Symbol of serenity and resilience
• Dense evergreen foliage with clean, architectural lines

🌿 Podocarpus Costalis Bonsai Care Tips

Podocarpus costalis, often called Buddhist Pine or Fern Pine, makes a stunning bonsai with its small, leathery leaves and elegant upright growth. It’s favored for its graceful form, easy maintenance, and tolerance to pruning.

🪴 Light:

• Prefers bright, indirect sunlight or filtered light.

• Outdoors, place it where it gets morning sun and afternoon shade.

• Indoors, position near a south or east-facing window.

💧 Watering:

• Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy.

• Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry.

• Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.

• Reduce watering slightly during cooler months.

🌱 Soil:

• Use a well-draining bonsai mix—a blend of akadama, pumice, and lava rock or similar alternatives.

• Avoid heavy, compact soils.

🌿 Pruning & Shaping:

• Responds well to regular pruning—pinch or trim new growth to maintain shape.

• Wiring can be done gently on young branches, but take care as older branches may be brittle.

• Regularly remove dead or crossing branches to enhance airflow and structure.

🍃 Fertilizing:

• Feed with a balanced liquid bonsai fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during the growing season (spring to early autumn).

• Reduce feeding in winter.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity:

• Thrives in warm, humid climates (USDA zones 10–11).

• Protect from frost and cold drafts.

• Indoors, maintain moderate humidity; use a humidity tray if needed.

🔁 Repotting:

• Repot every 2–3 years in early spring before new growth begins.

• Trim roots lightly and refresh with new soil.

⚠️ Toxicity:

• Generally considered non-toxic, but best to keep out of reach of pets and children just in case.

Let the Podocarpus Costalis Bonsai bring a sense of nature’s quiet wisdom and refined greenery to your space.