Say hello to Sekka! He's a petrified cypress, or hinoki c...
Say hello to Sekka! He's a petrified cypress, or hinoki cypress. (Full botanical name: Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sekka')
Easily the best part of Sekka are those dense, scale-like leaves! I've never seen a wild one, only as bonsai. Its branches tend to grow long and straight, so frequent trimming is a must.
Growth has been great lately, all that bright light green foliage is fresh growth from being repotted earlier this year.
However, airflow inside wasn't ideal, and as you can see, the inner leaves died off. I cleaned those out and gave it a light trim. Good airflow is a vital part of keeping any tree healthy, big or small; it even helps keep pesky bugs away (in theory!).
I’ve got several more of these in various styles, that also need trimming and cleaning up. How about your trees and plants, how’s the growth? Anything needing pruning?
#HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #Bonsai #FamedGymealily
Easily the best part of Sekka are those dense, scale-like leaves! I've never seen a wild one, only as bonsai. Its branches tend to grow long and straight, so frequent trimming is a must.
Growth has been great lately, all that bright light green foliage is fresh growth from being repotted earlier this year.
However, airflow inside wasn't ideal, and as you can see, the inner leaves died off. I cleaned those out and gave it a light trim. Good airflow is a vital part of keeping any tree healthy, big or small; it even helps keep pesky bugs away (in theory!).
I’ve got several more of these in various styles, that also need trimming and cleaning up. How about your trees and plants, how’s the growth? Anything needing pruning?
#HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #Bonsai #FamedGymealily
4” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 day ago
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Oooh, I was just reading about hinoki 😍 I’m curious if you can detect the scent of them? And what interesting foliage!
Good airflow is such a must. My indoor plants have been much happier since I made sure there were fans in every room that has greenery in my home ☺️
I will be following with interest!
Good airflow is such a must. My indoor plants have been much happier since I made sure there were fans in every room that has greenery in my home ☺️
I will be following with interest!
