| Popular for larger sized Bonsai. Wiring on younger branches at most any time of the year. Older branches use anchor wire to shape as they are quite ridged and brittle. This species often reaches 20 metres in height and is the only native member of the olive family. It has smooth silver grey bark which breaks into fissures on older trees. During winter the large unopened buds are jet black. Ash leaves are one of the latest to open. Stratify seed over winter or in a refrigerator for 2-3 months before sowing outside. Full sun to partial shade. It prefers a protected spot out of the wind, but can tolerate a windy spot if it well watered. Water daily during summer, on hot windy days Ash leafs transpires a lot of water, additional watering may be needed. Water sparingly in winter. 20 seeds |