Siberian Elm Bonsai
Overview Of The Siberian Elm Bonsai
The Siberian Elm bonsai is native to Central Asia, eastern Siberia, Mongolia, China and Korea. It was brought to the United States in 1860’s and it was praised for its hardiness.
It is a fast growing deciduous tree that is considered an invasive species in some areas, so it needs to be properly disposed of discarded specimens and cuttings. The Siberian Elm bonsai is twiggy branching and it grows fast. The bark appears gray or brown and has a rough texture.
The bonsai is grown from seed, and is grown in open ground for six years before being potted up in early spring. This can be an ideal tree for novices.
It makes a less than desirable bonsai because it has a tendency to lose branches. It has resistance of Dutch elm disease, and it is highly susceptible to damage from many insects and parasites.
Growing A Siberian Elm Bonsai
It has a high sunlight requirement, with adequate lighting it exhibits rapid growth. It also grows better on well-drained soil. It is very resistant to drought and cold.
Feed the tree well to encourage growth but reduce nitrogen content toward late summer to harden off any tender shoots. Allow all the new shoots to grow unchecked in order to thicket the host branches. Apply the wire fairly loosely so that the branches will thicken. Check the wiring after three weeks and then every few weeks after that.
As soon as it appears too tight renew it immediately. In a year or two your Siberian Elm bonsai can be planted in a display pot and the refinement stage can begin.
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