Zanthoxylum piperitum Bonsai Features
- Leaves
Compound leaves with small, oval leaflets that have a distinct aromatic scent when crushed
- Trunk
Develops a textured bark with age, adding to its visual appeal as a bonsai
- Flowers and Fruits
Produces small, greenish-yellow flowers followed by red berries, which split open to reveal black seeds
Chinese Pepper Tree Size：
- Potted in a 8'' pot
Zanthoxylum beecheyanum K.Koch Special Care or Planting instructions
- Light
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Ensure it receives plenty of light to thrive and maintain its form
- Water
Requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings
- Soil
Use a well-draining bonsai soil mix. A mix of akadama, pumice, and lava rock or bonsai-specific potting mix works well
- Temperature
Hardy in USDA zones 5-9. Protect from frost and extreme cold. If kept indoors, maintain a temperature between 60-75°F (15-24°C)
- Humidity
Prefers moderate to high humidity. Mist the leaves regularly if kept indoors to maintain humidity levels
- Fertilizing
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce feeding in fall and winter
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