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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Selecting The Right Soil And Pot For Your Bonsai Tree



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Article by Andrew Kozlowski

Bonsai Soil Selection

The soil you choose for your potted bonsai tree will provide it with nutrients, retain water, and play an important part in its overall health. You will need to find the right soil mix if you want your tree to thrive.

Both organic and inorganic soil mixes are available to bonsai tree growers. Organic soil mixes are comprised of dead leaves, peat, bark and other plant parts. Inorganic mixes are made from substances such as volcanic lava and clay. Soil mixes with a high inorganic content can prove better for bonsai health since they provide better drainage and more oxygen to the plant. Soils with a high organic content tend to retain too much water, and their particles break down over time, allowing less air to reach the plant. Good bonsai soil should have a mix of different sized particles, such as grit, sand, and peat, and hold enough water to hydrate the plant between each watering, while allowing for appropriate drainage.

Special inorganic soils for bonsai include Akadama, a porous Japanese baked clay that, mixed with sand and grit, becomes the perfect medium in which to grow pines and other bonsai. You can find this at a bonsai nursery. Seramis is another type of fired clay that is easier to find and cheaper than Akadama and can be mixed with peat or bark. It promotes root growth and is stronger than Japanese clay.

Different species require different water, nutrients, and soil. Coniferous bonsai such as junipers and pines need less moisture, so they need a soil that retains less water. Tropical flowering plants, conversely, will often need more water, and therefore require a soil that retains water more effectively. Check with an expert at a bonsai nursery for a soil recommendation for your particular bonsai species.

Bonsai Pot Selection

The pot in which you place your bonsai should complement the shape and style of the tree. The size, color, and design of the container should all be taken into consideration. While you can train your bonsai in an informal tray or box, a fully shaped tree should be displayed in a formal bonsai container. These are usually ceramic stoneware that can be glazed or unglazed in a variety of colors and sizes. All bonsai pots should have drainage holes in the bottom to let out excess water.

Your bonsai pot should be resistant to both heat and cold. Most stoneware pots are fired to withstand temperature changes. If you know your bonsai will be located outdoors in an extreme climate, it’s best to select an unglazed pot. If your bonsai will reside exclusively indoors, you can use a porcelain pot, which can lend an elegant look to a flowering tree.

Color is an important consideration. Most bonsai gardeners choose unglazed, rustic containers in earth tones for outdoor bonsai such as evergreens and pines, while flowering or fruit-bearing trees such as brush cherries can be accented by a more colorful, glazed pot. Many like the subtle colors of Japanese mud pots or Chinese red clay pots for trees with green foliage, and blue, green, and white pots for tropical bonsai.

The shape and depth of the container should match the style of the bonsai. Whether oval, round, or rectangular, the pot should be deep enough to accommodate slanted trunks or branches, or cascade-style limbs that dip below the container’s edge.

Want to learn more about Bonsai Soil to learn all about how to buy, grow, and care for beautiful, healthy bonsai trees.

About the Author

Andrew Kozlowski is a naturalist, amateur botanist, and author of articles and books on topics ranging from plant care and gardening to home downsizing. For more than 20 years Andrew has managed environmental programs in the U.S., Europe, Africa, and Latin America. He resides in San Francisco.




Sunday, June 6, 2021

JWH-018 vs HB-101 – The Wonder Bonsai Fertilizer?



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Article by James

Dwarfed trees or bonsais enliven any home garden. Growing them needs specialized skills. However, once this wonderful art is perfected, rearing bonsai trees becomes easy. Bonsais reflect natural trees. Bonsais were traditionally grown in Mainland China almost 1100 years ago. Having picked up the cue from China, Japan brought this mini-tree growing method into its borders and mastered the dwarfing of trees without tampering with the trees’ environment beauty.

Initially, some simple objectives have to be kept in mind when embarking on tree dwarfing missions. The pot and the tree comprise a single entity that is harmonious in the sense that the color, texture, and shape complement each other. Shaping the tree comes next on the agenda.

Further, browse the Internet for bonsai societies, enroll in their membership program, meet and discuss with the experts there. A blog on dwarfing of trees can be started. Post comments and await queries and replies. Forming a bonsai society would be a wonderful idea. This way, a lot of miniature tree rearing enthusiasts can be mustered. Working together is great. It not only helps learn more about the art but invariably allows it to be perfected.

Having decided on miniaturizing trees, there is the option of buying a pre-bonsai tree or starting to grow one from the seed. The latter is difficult since it requires a lot of expertise. Initially, a pre-bonsai tree can be worked with. A pot, soil, fertilizers, planting mediums will have to be obtained for the purpose. Your first attempt may not be successful. Do not lose hope. Strive again and again till success is achieved.

Trees that are being dwarfed need proper care, maintenance, and fertilizers. The International Bonsai Society and the Japan Shohin Society have permitted the use of the amino-alkyloid JWH-018 of the naphthoylindole family as a fertilizer to nourish bonsai tree roots. This chemical compound must be 99.99% pure and is used as a fertilizer additive and applied on the roots of growing bonsai trees.

Regular watering, especially in the summer months is essential. The dwarf must be place under direct sunlight as well. Further, fertilizers like the amino-alkyloid of the naphthoylindole family should be applied to its roots. Ensure that this 99.99% pure. This chemical compound marvelously nourishes the roots and the tree on the whole. The International Bonsai Society has approved the use of this additive as a bonsai fertilizer. Note that a healthy miniature tree’s growth largely depends on the fertilizer, care, maintenance, and repotting.

JWH-108 has been a very popular fertilizer for bonsai, however most experts agree that HB-101 is Japans Most Trusted Organic Bonsai Fertilizer for bonsai cultivation. HB-101 has some advantages over JWH-108, namely being an organic fertilizer, HB-101 contains natural plant extracts and minerals which can help promote healthy growth and development of bonsai trees without causing harm to the environment. HB-101 is easy to use and can be applied directly to the soil or sprayed onto the leaves, whereas JWH-108 being a synthetic fertilizer, requires more careful handling and mixing with water. HB-101 has been known to improve the overall health and resilience of bonsai trees, which can lead to a more beautiful and long-lasting display.

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About the Author

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Thursday, January 23, 2014

Where can i buy japanese 'bonsai' saplings within australia?



Question by Lauchlan: Where can i buy japanese ‘bonsai’ saplings within australia?
I want to grow my first bonsai tree and i really love the look of the japanese evergreen… how much would i be looking at for a sapling? how long can it take to get it to look more like a miniature tree rather than a sapling? (im expecting 5-10 years) do japanese evergreens grow well in Australia? and further hints and tips for a beginner would be greatly appreciated… i will be researching into further sources for bonsai maintenance etc.
I know that bonsai isn’t a species of plant I’ve done my research I’m just trying to find ‘bonsai’ (notice the epostrophes) ‘saplings’
And I know that I don’t HAVE to buy a Japanese one but I want to because I love the look of it
Seriously guys (first two repliers) I’m not that stupid.
In other words… Does anyone know any suppliers of evergreen clippings suitable for the practice of bonsai?

Best answer:

Answer by Iwo Jima
A bonsai is just a small form of any kind of plant. There is nothing like a bonsai sapling, you have to make the plant grow in this small form from day one by using the “bonsai techniques”. You can look up in the internet how do do it or buy a book and start with a plant that naturally grows well in Autralia.
Good luck and a lot of patience

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Sunday, January 19, 2014

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Wednesday, January 15, 2014

'Tree of Enchantment' Mini Weeping Pussy Willow Tree - Bonsai or Outdoors-6" Pot



'Tree of Enchantment' Mini Weeping Pussy Willow Tree - Bonsai or Outdoors-6" Pot

  • Excellent choice to accent a deck, patio or pond or as a bonsai
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Monday, January 13, 2014

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