The 7-year-old Premium Elaeagnus Bonsai, also known as Silverthorn, is a high-quality outdoor specimen, perfect for enriching balconies, gardens, and terraces. This bonsai combines ornamental beauty with natural charm, standing out for its fragrant white flowers and small edible red fruits. Ideal for enthusiasts looking for a collector's bonsai.
Features of the Elaeagnus Bonsai
- Age: 7 years, a mature and well-formed specimen.
- Quality: Premium Collection, selected for its excellence.
- Species: Elaeagnus sp. (Silverthorn), robust and charming.
- Foliage: Evergreen with leaves featuring a characteristic silvery underside.
- Flowering: Fragrant white flowers that enhance the environment.
- Fruits: Small edible red fruits, a lively touch of color.
- Dimensions: Approximately 17 x 18 x 25 cm (width x depth x height, including pot).
Tips and Use for your Bonsai
- Placement: Ideal for outdoors. In areas with a Mediterranean climate, it can be in full sun all year round; in colder areas, protect from winter frost.
- Watering: Moderate, ensuring good drainage. Avoid water stagnation.
- Maintenance: Requires maintenance pruning to preserve its shape and health.
- Aesthetics: The silvery leaves create a unique visual effect that changes with daylight, making it a true collector's bonsai.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of a 50-year-old bonsai?
The price of a 50-year-old bonsai can vary considerably depending on the species, shape, and rarity of the specimen. Older bonsais are considered collector's items.
Where can I find a collector's bonsai?
You can find collector's bonsais at specialized nurseries or online stores like I Giardini di Giulia, which offer unique and high-quality specimens like this Premium Elaeagnus Bonsai.
