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European Hornbeam
Carpinus betulus
Botanical family : BetulaceaeCharme 03
European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus). Acquisition Date : 3/20/23. Acquisition method : Yamadori
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France
Grand Est
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Oceanic climate with a temperate summer
Climate with moderate temperatures throughout the year, cool summers, and well-distributed precipitation. This climate is typical of western coastal regions.

Undefined style
Undefined style
Undefined style - Why?

The owner has not yet defined a style for this bonsai or has not specified it.
Sometimes it is impossible to define a specific style for a bonsai due to various factors. The health of the tree, its natural structure, and its stage of development play a crucial role. For example, a young tree or one with structural defects, such as poorly positioned branches, may not be ready to adopt a particular style without compromising its growth. Furthermore, certain tree species have characteristics that do not lend themselves well to specific styles, such as branches that are too rigid for a cascade style. Finally, the art of bonsai is also a form of artistic expression, where each tree has its own unique aesthetic potential. A theoretical style may not correspond to the tree's natural essence, making it difficult or inappropriate to apply a rigid style. Thus, defining a style for a bonsai must take into account the balance between the tree's natural characteristics, environmental conditions, and the bonsaika's artistic vision.
Acquisition Date : 3/20/23 (3 years)
Acquisition method : Yamadori
Owner's note :
Le bonsaï de charme (généralement le Carpinus betulus) se rempote au tout début du printemps, juste avant le démarrage actif de la végétation.
🌱 Moment idéal
👉 Fin février à début avril (selon ta région)
Le bon repère :
• Les bourgeons gonflent
• Ils commencent à s’ouvrir
• Mais les feuilles ne sont pas encore déployées
C’est à ce moment que l’arbre mobilise son énergie et supporte le mieux la taille des racines.
Fréquence de rempotage
• Jeune bonsaï : tous les 1 à 2 ans
• Sujet plus mature : tous les 3 à 4 ans
Petit conseil spécifique au charme
Le charme est vigoureux et tolérant, mais :
• Ne taille pas plus d’un tiers des racines
• Utilise un substrat bien drainant (akadama + pouzzolane par exemple)
• Protège-le du gel après rempotage