Black Olive (Bucida spinosa) F * hard to shape, but does form basic foliage pads by itself; horizontal branches are sent out spoke-like from distinct places on the trunk (like some pines); it is recommended to pinch[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
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Quailbush (Atriplex sp.) %* small-leafed desert species make interesting bonsai. [Amaranthaceae; Caryophyllales]
African Sumac (Rhus lancea) C,P,U ^* can normally drop some of their leaves during the hot summer; let soil get fairly dry between waterings; give extra Nitrogen fertilizer; prefers good drainage soil; upper part of the tree grows like[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Acacia (Acacia sp.) D,F,M,U,W ^* X native to Australia, Mexico and Southwest U.S.; over 2 dozen species are hardy here; rarely suffer any pest damage; may become chlorotic in alkaline soil. [Leguminosae; Fabales Acacia – Acacia sp. General Information: This[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…