Article by Saul Peterson
Bonsai CareGrowing bonsai is a wonderful hobby that many people should try, mainly because it is calm and restful to grow and cultivate a Bonsai Tree. Often people buy some shaping tools and a young bonsai tree, and begin. Very soon they often experience disappointment as their best efforts result in failure, and perhaps even the death of the bonsai tree. It doesn’t need to be that way. Here are some useful and basic tips on Bonsai Care.
1: Choose the right Bonsai Tree from the very beginningChoosing the Bonsai tree from the start is very important, and you should pick your tree wisely as it may become a problem later if you do not carefully mull over exactly what you want from your tree. Two of the most important things to look for are:Attractive bark and small leavesThe whole process will be a lot easier if you start out with a Bonsai tree with some good and healthy bark and leaves.
2: The Bonsai Tree’s environmentThis is also very important. You need to consider things such as sunlight, rain, wind, humidity etc., because each of these environmental elements will make a difference in the development of your Bonsai tree. Try to optimize each element for your tree, and you will soon see a healthy and beautiful tree growing up.
3: Watering your Bonsai TreeThe watering of your tree is one of the most vital parts in the process of growing bonsai. One of the most common problems with the Bonsai Tree is that people are not able to find the right balance of giving water to it. You need to make sure that your Bonsai Tree gets plenty of water, but certainly not too much. A basic rule of the watering process is to look at the colour of the leaves. Generally speaking, if they are yellow in appearance and brittle to the touch this indicates a lack of water. If however, they are yellow and falling, you may find that you have been over-watering. You should focus a lot on this issue. It’s a good idea to then get into the habit of watering your Bonsai tree a little everyday. After a while you will become more aware of just how much water your Bonsai Tree actually needs.
4: Shaping the Bonsai TreeShaping of the Bonsai Tree is accomplished by following some fundamental techniques. The small tree size and dwarf foliage is maintained by a constant schedule of pruning of the roots and leaves. It is important that you learn and follow the different methods required. It is important to have on hand the proper shears and cutting tools to use during this process. Pruning is crucial to the tree so good quality tools are critical. Also, some pruning should be done seasonally, as most bonsai trees require a period of dormancy and fail to grow roots or leaves during that time. Remember: pruning not done correctly can either weaken the tree or kill it.
By following these simple tips, you can have a much better chance of avoiding disappointment, and enjoying the feeling of accomplishment and serenity that comes with growing your own Bonsai Tree.Bonsai care is something that will become easier with more experience.
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About the Author
Saul Peterson has had a fascination with Bonsai for many years, first growing his own from seed at the age of 15. Now, some 35 years later he has a considerable collection at his olive farm in Spain.
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