The finest Shimpaku variety from Itoigawa. Extremely fine scale foliage grows densely, prized for delicate leaf character. Produced many masterpieces at exhibitions.
The Itoigawa Shimpaku (Juniperus chinensis 'Itoigawa') is a highly esteemed dwarf cultivar of Chinese juniper endemic to the mountains near Itoigawa City in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is widely regarded as the finest juniper variety for bonsai in the world, distinguished by its extraordinarily fine, densely packed scale foliage of deep bluish-green. Growth is remarkably slow, making each specimen a product of decades of patient cultivation. The interplay of living foliage pads with jin and shari deadwood elements — representing the struggle of life against harsh mountain conditions — is central to the aesthetic. International demand for this variety is extremely high.
Origen
China (Itoigawa Shimpaku is endemic to Niigata, Japan)
Esperanza de vida
Centuries
Tamaño
10-60cm (bonsai size)
Temperatura
-5〜35℃
−
Full sun outdoors year-round
Keep slightly dry. Overwatering causes root rot
Finger-pinch thinning is standard. Minimize scissor use
Remove any reversion to juvenile foliage immediately
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
La temperatura ideal para Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper es -5〜35℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper es Centuries. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper típicamente alcanza 10-60cm (bonsai size) como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper se alimenta de: −. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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