Ehretia Microphylla

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QAR. 320.00

Ehretia Microphylla is a shrub growing to 4m height with long straggling, slender branches.  A very small genus of tropical outdoor plant for dramatic designs. Makes rich landscaping forms and an ornament renowned for its variegated green foliage.  It can be grown outdoors in warm climates

Plant Care Conditions

Light: Need an hour of direct sunlight daily

Water: Keep well-watered, reduce watering slightly in winter. Never allow Ehretia to stand in water or allow the soil to dry out completely.

Fertilizer: Every two weeks during growth, Use bonsai food or half-strength plant food.

Temperature: Ehretia prefers temperatures between 60-72 Fahrenheit.

Potting: By seed or softwood cuttings in spring or summer. Every 2-3 years in early spring. Reduce water after root pruning. Bottom heat helps stimulate new root growth. Use basic soil mix.

Pruning: it is generally styled through pruning, Prune new shoots after six to eight leaves have appeared. Can be wired any time during the growing season, but it is generally styled through pruning alone.