Carmona

<em>Carmona</em> RHS
Shrubs

A genus of subtropical, fast-growing, evergreen shrubs with textured, thick, greyish-brown trunks and glossy, lobed dark green foliage which in its natural habitat can reach a height or around 3m. Small, fragrant white flowers appear all year round followed by small, green, red or black fruits. Cultivated as indoor bonsai trees due to their small stature and interesting features

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

1.5-2.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid

Position

Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1C

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Flower
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Boraginaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Name Status
Correct

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow indoors in a bright, sheltered location in slightly acidic, free-draining, bonsai compost. You can make your own bonsai compost with peat-free compost, sharp sand or grit, peat-free John Innes 3 and slow-release fertiliser. Water when required. See bonsai cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by seeds or cuttings in summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Houseplants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

Prune regularly to encourage dense growth

Pests

May be susceptible to red spider mite, scale insects and glasshouse whitefly

Diseases

Generally disease free, but may be susceptible to fungal diseases