{"product_id":"b09dhtql7v","title":"Shimpaku Juniper | 1 Live 4 Inch Pot | Pre-Bonsai Juniperus Chinensis Plants | Symbol of Harmony Balance Meditation and Peace","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAbout This\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Shimpaku Juniper does best outside. It needs plenty of natural sunshine and temperature changes associated with the seasons. When kept outside, it can tolerate just about any condition. Make sure it gets afternoon shade in the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Shimpaku Juniper is native to Japan, the Kurile Island and the Sahalin Peninsula. It prefers rocky, well-drained soils. In its natural range, it is most often found growing near the sea. The foliage is needle-like on young trees and scale-like on older trees. The fruit is a small, hard, bluish berry. One of the best characteristics of Shimpaku is its hard resinous wood; ideal for advanced sculptural techniques such as jin, shari and sabamiki.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimpaku live in small pots and their world dries out much quicker than for plants in the ground or in bigger pots. The more sunlight and warmth your bonsai receives, the more often it will need water. Striking a balance between not enough water and too much water can be a bit tricky but is very important. Spray the foliage often during the growing season. Water thoroughly and deeply when it needs water and let it catch its breath before watering again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves want humidity to keep them green and healthy. Mist occasionally during the week. A humidity tray is a great way to increase humidity. These shallow trays filled with small stones have water in the bottom of the tray. Make sure the water does not reach the bottom of the bonsai pot. As the water evaporates, it creates a moister environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo develop the foliage, pinch out the tender new shoots using your fingers. Do not use scissors, as the cut needles will turn brown. Pinching must be done continuously during the growing season. Prune undesirable branches (especially those growing straight down from their parent branch) when repotting or during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOverview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor\/Outdoor Usage : Outdoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand : Florida Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial Feature : Natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor : Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Blooming Period : Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem Weight : 5 Pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight Exposure : Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnit Count : 1.0 Count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Planting Period : Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Care Instructions : Water,Well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FloridaFoliage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52820107493694,"sku":"B09DHTQL7V","price":64.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/8275\/3854\/files\/71LRowZ2sPL._AC_SX679_e3cd94c5-5d2a-46e1-9c90-21b3d13bdd73.jpg?v=1767368454","url":"https:\/\/thegreenynook.com\/products\/b09dhtql7v","provider":"TheGreenyNook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}