Bonsai Carmona microphylla (House Plant)

Plant Size Height Up to 30cm (12in)
Spread Up to 30cm (12in)

Hardiness & Longevity Half-hardy Tree

Ideal For greenhouseconservatory

Position In sun or semi shade

The Fukien Tea Tree makes a most attractive Bonsai that it well suited to indoor conditions. Small, glossy leaves crown the trunk which becomes attractively gnarled with maturity. At any time throughout the year, a display of tiny white blooms may appear, followed by red berries which darken with age. Carmona microphylla is native to Asia and positively thrives in warm conditions. Height and spread: 30cm (12").

Please note: These trees have been carefully trained to create perfect miniatures of their full size siblings. Although many of the species used are perfectly hardy in the UK, these tiny trees are more susceptible to winter damage, given their size and the small volume of soil surrounding their roots. Therefore they are best protected from frost and cold winter weather by moving them to a cool, bright spot in the home or greenhouse.

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Please note: Some houseplants are toxic or harmful to pets if ingested. If you believe your pet has consumed a poisonous plant then seek veterinary attention immediately. Take a sample of the plant with you.

Codes
1 x 12cm potted bonsai plant in ceramic with saucer (KA3020)
1 x 15cm potted bonsai plant in ceramic with saucer (KA3023)
1 x 20cm potted bonsai plant in ceramic with saucer (KA3026)
2 x 12cm potted bonsai plants in ceramic with saucers (TKA3029)
2 x 20cm potted bonsai plants in ceramic with saucer (TKA3035)
1 x 12cm potted bonsai plant in ceramic with saucer and 1 x 200g pack Chempak Bonsai Tree Fertiliser (KB5806)
1 x 15cm potted bonsai plant in ceramic with saucer and 1 x 200g pack Chempak Bonsai Tree Fertiliser (KB5807)
1 x 20cm potted bonsai plant in ceramic with saucer and 1 x 200g pack Chempak Bonsai Tree Fertiliser (KB5808)
2 x 12cm potted bonsai plants in ceramic with saucers and 2 x 200g packs Chempak Bonsai Tree Fertiliser (KB5809)
2 x 20cm potted bonsai plants in ceramic with saucers and 2 x 200g packs Chempak Bonsai Tree Fertiliser (KB5810)

How to Grow

These Bonsai Trees are best grown in a bright position indoors, away from the direct glare of strong sunlight. Avoid positions that are close to radiators and doorways where they will be affected by cold draughts. Generally, these trees will prefer a cool room such as a spare bedroom, home office or conservatory. In summer, they may be gradually acclimatised to outdoor conditions, and subsequently moved onto the patio if you prefer. Be sure to re-acclimatise them to indoor conditions again in early autumn, so that they can be kept frost free indoors during winter.

More Info

Bonsai trees have a small volume of compost at the roots – this can quickly dry out, so regular watering is needed to maintain reliably moist soil. Take care to drain plants well after each watering. Feed Bonsai regularly from March to September with a proprietary fertiliser. Bonsai trees should be repotted every two years or whenever necessary to prevent them becoming pot-bound. Regular pruning and training of Bonsai is an essential requirement to keep them small.

Delivery

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £4.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £6.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.

Thompson & Morgan strives to ensure that all its plants are delivered to you in the perfect condition for planting. Sadly, the time it takes to deliver to certain locations in the UK means that we can't guarantee this, so regretfully we are unable to ship live plants to the following areas: HS, IV41-IV49, IV51, IV55-56, KW15-KW17, PA34, PA41-48, PA60-PA78, PA80, PH40-PH44, TR21-TR24, ZE1-ZE3

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