Bonsai trees are a Japanese potted plant that can grow from 6 inches high to 3 feet high. Growing a bonsai tree in your home is not a very complicated process, but does require quite a bit of time and attention. These trees are getting famous worldwide; people have been growing them, especially in china, for over 2000 years.
To be able to grow a bonsai tree there are certain methods that must be carried out with meticulous detail in order to grow the tree properly and to make sure the tree stays healthy.
There are a lot of books and DVD’s available on the internet that can introduce you to proper Bonsai culture. We will gather helpful tips and valuable information from hobbyists and Bonsai enthusiasts for your reference; meanwhile, here are some tips:
The first and most important step is to choose the perfect bonsai tree for you and your home. Think about the space you want the tree to occupy and the time you can spend looking after the tree. It is always a smart choice to pick a tree that has already been potted and therefore, already rooted into the pot. This will make the process of growing your bonsai tree a lot easier than seeding the tree and planting it yourself.
Once you have purchased your bonsai tree, it must be pruned. The plant must be pruned before removing it from the container that you have bought it in. The main area that must be pruned is the central part of the trunk, as it is this area that is going to be visible. Pruning your bonsai is a simple process that can be completed in a very short time.
Once your plant has been completely pruned, it must then be removed from the original container and the trees root ball must be placed in a small bucket filled with water to keep the tree alive. This way you will remove any excess soil that is surrounding the root ball. The roots should be submerged for approximately ten minutes and then taken out and cleaned before putting the tree into its new container.
The last thing to do before repotting your new bonsai tree is to trim the roots. The roots must be trimmed off nearly completely, only leaving about one third of the roots in place. Your plant is now ready to be repotted; make sure to screen your new container before potting your bonsai tree to prevent the roots being eaten by any type of insects.
Your new pot should contain about an inch of new soil at the bottom of the pot. When potting your bonsai tree make sure to spread the roots out so they will not tangle with one another when they start to grow. Once potted remember to leave enough space between the new soil and the rim of the new container to allow easy watering.
Now all that is left to do is re-trim your plant to give it the perfect effect of the tree and add some gravel to the top of the soil for a little bit of decoration. Remember from time to time to feed your tree a little bit of fertilizer to keep it healthy.
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