Bonsai.ch Carmona Fukientee

If the depicted specimen is no longer available, you will receive a Carmona that is very similar in shape and form, and identical in age and size. An exchange is possible if you are not satisfied.

Carmona retusa is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It was previously used as a tea plant. The berries are edible.

The Fukien tea tree as a bonsai delights with its delicate white flowers, which form almost year-round from the leaf axils. Sometimes, pea-sized red berries grow after the flowers fade.

Care: The Carmona prefers a bright windowsill and, like all other indoor bonsais, a spot outdoors during the warm summer months. However, the Carmona should be brought back inside by the end of summer, as it is a tropical tree that prefers temperatures above 18°C. Sufficient light should also be provided during the darker winter months. The soil should never completely dry out; keep the root ball evenly moist. The warmer the temperature, the higher the water consumption. Fertilize every 10 to 14 days during the growing season, and only every 3 to 4 weeks in winter.

Design: For good branching, the shoots should be regularly trimmed with bonsai scissors. Repotting should be done every two years with root pruning.