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Broadleaf Evergreen

Cork Oak Bonsai

Quercus suber

Mediterranean oak famous for thick corky bark and small evergreen leaves

ModerateOutdoor with frost protection in UK bonsai pots
Cork Oak Bonsai

Overview

Cork Oak Bonsai (Quercus suber) is a Mediterranean oak famous for thick corky bark and small evergreen leaves. It is best suited to rugged old-tree styles, informal upright and literati designs. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor with frost protection in UK bonsai pots.

Placement

full sun and good airflow

Watering

water thoroughly then let the top begin to dry; avoid winter waterlogging

Feeding and fertilising

feed during spring and summer

Pruning and wiring

clip back extension growth; avoid removing all foliage from weak branches

Repotting

repot every 3-5 years in spring with conservative root pruning

Propagation

acorns or collected nursery material

Pests, diseases and common issues

root disturbance, mildew, scale and frost damage in shallow pots

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