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Monterey Cypress Bonsai

Cupressus macrocarpa

fast-growing evergreen conifer with aromatic foliage and rugged coastal character

ModerateOutdoor in mild areas, protected from severe frost in shallow pots
Monterey Cypress Bonsai

Overview

Monterey Cypress Bonsai (Cupressus macrocarpa) is a fast-growing evergreen conifer with aromatic foliage and rugged coastal character. It is best suited to windswept, informal upright, literati and coastal-style bonsai. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor in mild areas, protected from severe frost in shallow pots.

Placement

full sun and good airflow

Watering

water when the top begins to dry; avoid wet heavy soil

Feeding and fertilising

feed lightly to moderately during growth

Pruning and wiring

trim green growth regularly but avoid cutting back to bare brown wood

Repotting

repot every 2-4 years in spring

Propagation

cuttings or seed

Pests, diseases and common issues

cypress aphid, inner browning, wind scorch and poor recovery from hard old-wood cuts

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