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Fukien Tea Cuttings in 'Terrarium'

djjin14568
14 years ago

I have recently removed some over-active shoots from my established Fukien Tea Bonsai and, placed them in soil that is contained inside a large jar (fish bowl sized).

I've read in earlier posts that Fukien Tea does not normally do well in moist conditions in a terrarium... (Something about their parasites also enjoy moisture too...)

Is it "normal" to keep new cuttings of this species in a terrarium? Leaving them outside of a glass enclosure would dry them out here in Florida, right?

Also, with the moisture being trapped inside (including light moisture levels in the soil). How often is watering recommended?

The cuttings are approaching 2 weeks inside the jar. Their stems are changing color to a barkish brown on the lower half. Today I noticed new flower blooms for a first time; with apparent new growth on apical meristems of the cuttings.

Sorry for the multiple questions and non-sensical rambling.

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks!!

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